1951 Ford Vedette vs. 1984 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 1984 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 33 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, 1951 Ford Vedette (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1984 Volkswagen Polo. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Ford Vedette should accelerate faster than 1984 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Ford Vedette weights approximately 398 kg more than 1984 Volkswagen Polo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1951 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 1951 Ford Vedette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Volkswagen Polo, 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, 1951 Ford Vedette (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Volkswagen Polo. (97 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1951 Ford Vedette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Ford Vedette | 1984 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Vedette | Polo |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2158 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1128 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2400 mm |
