1951 Ford Vedette vs. 1985 Ford Laser
To start off, 1985 Ford Laser is newer by 34 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, 1985 Ford Laser (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1951 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 1951 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Ford Vedette weights approximately 306 kg more than 1985 Ford Laser.
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, 1985 Ford Laser, 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 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Laser. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1951 Ford Vedette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Ford Vedette | 1985 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Vedette | Laser |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2158 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1128 kg | 822 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2410 mm |
