1951 Ford Vedette vs. 1994 Saab 900
To start off, 1994 Saab 900 is newer by 43 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, 1994 Saab 900 (223 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1951 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Saab 900 should accelerate faster than 1951 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Saab 900 weights approximately 301 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, 1994 Saab 900, 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, 1994 Saab 900 (342 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Saab 900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Ford Vedette | 1994 Saab 900 | |
Make | Ford | Saab |
Model | Vedette | 900 |
Year Released | 1951 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2158 cc | 1985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 223 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 342 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1128 kg | 1429 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2610 mm |