1951 Ford Vedette vs. 1988 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1988 Toyota Camry is newer by 37 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, 1988 Toyota Camry (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1951 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1951 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota Camry weights approximately 122 kg more than 1951 Ford Vedette. 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, 1988 Toyota Camry, 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, 1988 Toyota Camry (141 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Ford Vedette | 1988 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Vedette | Camry |
Year Released | 1951 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2158 cc | 1830 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 141 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1128 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2610 mm |