2009 Toyota Tundra vs. 1972 Vauxhall Victor
To start off, 2009 Toyota Tundra is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Vauxhall Victor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Vauxhall Victor would be higher. At 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Tundra (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 305 more horse power than 1972 Vauxhall Victor. (76 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1972 Vauxhall Victor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 574 kg more than 1972 Vauxhall Victor. 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 Tundra (545 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 411 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Vauxhall Victor. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Vauxhall Victor. 2009 Toyota Tundra has automatic transmission and 1972 Vauxhall Victor has manual transmission. 1972 Vauxhall Victor will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Toyota Tundra | 1972 Vauxhall Victor | |
Make | Toyota | Vauxhall |
Model | Tundra | Victor |
Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5663 cc | 1759 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 381 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 545 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5820 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3710 mm | 2680 mm |