1950 Ford Vedette vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Endeavor
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Endeavor is newer by 58 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 3,828 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mitsubishi Endeavor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mitsubishi Endeavor (225 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1950 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Endeavor should accelerate faster than 1950 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi Endeavor weights approximately 415 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 1950 Ford Vedette 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 1950 Ford Vedette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Endeavor, 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, 2008 Mitsubishi Endeavor (346 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Endeavor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Ford Vedette. 2008 Mitsubishi Endeavor has automatic transmission and 1950 Ford Vedette has manual transmission. 1950 Ford Vedette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mitsubishi Endeavor will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1950 Ford Vedette | 2008 Mitsubishi Endeavor | |
Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
Model | Vedette | Endeavor |
Year Released | 1950 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2158 cc | 3828 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 346 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2760 mm |