1951 Ford Vedette vs. 1990 GMC Suburban
To start off, 1990 GMC Suburban is newer by 39 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 GMC Suburban (209 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1951 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1951 Ford Vedette.
Because 1990 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Ford Vedette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 GMC Suburban will offer significantly more control. 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, 1990 GMC Suburban (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Ford Vedette. 1990 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1951 Ford Vedette has manual transmission. 1951 Ford Vedette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Ford Vedette | 1990 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Vedette | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2158 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3300 mm |
