2009 Honda FR-V vs. 1970 Vauxhall Ventora
To start off, 2009 Honda FR-V is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Vauxhall Ventora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Vauxhall Ventora would be higher. At 3,294 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Vauxhall Ventora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda FR-V (123 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1970 Vauxhall Ventora. (122 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda FR-V should accelerate faster than 1970 Vauxhall Ventora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda FR-V weights approximately 288 kg more than 1970 Vauxhall Ventora. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Vauxhall Ventora is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Vauxhall Ventora. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda FR-V, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1970 Vauxhall Ventora (241 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda FR-V. (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1970 Vauxhall Ventora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda FR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda FR-V | 1970 Vauxhall Ventora | |
| Make | Honda | Vauxhall |
| Model | FR-V | Ventora |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1668 cc | 3294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.4 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1466 kg | 1178 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 54 L |
