1950 Ford Vedette vs. 1994 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 1994 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Ford Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Ford Vedette would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 1994 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mercedes-Benz G (94 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1950 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 1950 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 855 kg more than 1950 Ford Vedette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Mercedes-Benz G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Ford Vedette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Mercedes-Benz G will offer significantly more control. 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, 1994 Mercedes-Benz G (192 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Ford Vedette | 1994 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Vedette | G |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2158 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2410 mm |
