2009 Ford Explorer vs. 1966 Vauxhall Viscount
To start off, 2009 Ford Explorer is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Vauxhall Viscount. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Vauxhall Viscount would be higher. At 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Explorer (207 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1966 Vauxhall Viscount. (122 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1966 Vauxhall Viscount. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Vauxhall Viscount weights approximately 408 kg more than 2009 Ford Explorer.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Ford Explorer (254 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Vauxhall Viscount. (241 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Vauxhall Viscount. 2009 Ford Explorer has automatic transmission and 1966 Vauxhall Viscount has manual transmission. 1966 Vauxhall Viscount will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford Explorer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Ford Explorer | 1966 Vauxhall Viscount | |
Make | Ford | Vauxhall |
Model | Explorer | Viscount |
Year Released | 2009 | 1966 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4009 cc | 3294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 207 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 254 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 4.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3320 mm | 2740 mm |