1951 Ford Vedette vs. 2003 GMC Sonoma
To start off, 2003 GMC Sonoma is newer by 52 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 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 GMC Sonoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 GMC Sonoma (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1951 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 GMC Sonoma should accelerate faster than 1951 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 GMC Sonoma weights approximately 342 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 2003 GMC Sonoma 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, 2003 GMC Sonoma 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, 2003 GMC Sonoma (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 GMC Sonoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Ford Vedette | 2003 GMC Sonoma | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Vedette | Sonoma |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2158 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1128 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3130 mm |
