1951 Ford Vedette vs. 2002 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2002 Renault Kangoo is newer by 51 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, 2002 Renault Kangoo (97 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1951 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Kangoo should accelerate faster than 1951 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 172 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 2002 Renault Kangoo 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, 2002 Renault Kangoo 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, 2002 Renault Kangoo (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Ford Vedette | 2002 Renault Kangoo | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Vedette | Kangoo |
Year Released | 1951 | 2002 |
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 | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1128 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2630 mm |