1951 Ford Vedette vs. 1997 Ford Maverick
To start off, 1997 Ford Maverick is newer by 46 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 2,388 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Maverick (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1951 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 1951 Ford Vedette.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Ford Maverick (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Ford Vedette | 1997 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Vedette | Maverick |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2158 cc | 2388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1860 mm |
