1951 Ford Vedette vs. 1982 Volvo 360
To start off, 1982 Volvo 360 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Ford Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Ford Vedette would be higher. At 2,158 cc (8 cylinders), 1951 Ford Vedette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Volvo 360 (101 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1951 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Volvo 360 should accelerate faster than 1951 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Ford Vedette weights approximately 28 kg more than 1982 Volvo 360.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Volvo 360 (163 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1982 Volvo 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Ford Vedette | 1982 Volvo 360 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Vedette | 360 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2158 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1128 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2410 mm |
