2009 Ford F-150 vs. 1973 Vauxhall Victor
To start off, 2009 Ford F-150 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Vauxhall Victor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Vauxhall Victor would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-150 (248 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1973 Vauxhall Victor. (140 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1973 Vauxhall Victor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Vauxhall Victor weights approximately 304 kg more than 2009 Ford F-150.
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 F-150 (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Vauxhall Victor. (251 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Vauxhall Victor.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford F-150 | 1973 Vauxhall Victor | |
Make | Ford | Vauxhall |
Model | F-150 | Victor |
Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4606 cc | 3294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 248 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2670 mm |