2009 Toyota Tacoma vs. 1965 Vauxhall Velox
To start off, 2009 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Vauxhall Velox. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Vauxhall Velox would be higher. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Tacoma (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1965 Vauxhall Velox. (114 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1965 Vauxhall Velox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 90 kg more than 1965 Vauxhall Velox. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Vauxhall Velox. (238 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Vauxhall Velox.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Toyota Tacoma | 1965 Vauxhall Velox | |
Make | Toyota | Vauxhall |
Model | Tacoma | Velox |
Year Released | 2009 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3956 cc | 3299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 236 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 361 Nm | 238 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3240 mm | 2740 mm |