1951 Ford Vedette vs. 1989 Ford Capri
To start off, 1989 Ford Capri is newer by 38 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, 1989 Ford Capri (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1951 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1951 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Ford Vedette weights approximately 38 kg more than 1989 Ford Capri.
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, 1989 Ford Capri, 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, 1989 Ford Capri (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Ford Vedette | 1989 Ford Capri | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Vedette | Capri |
Year Released | 1951 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2158 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1128 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2770 mm |