1951 Ford Vedette vs. 2007 GMC Savana
To start off, 2007 GMC Savana is newer by 56 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 5,325 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Savana (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1951 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1951 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Savana weights approximately 1225 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 2007 GMC Savana 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, 2007 GMC Savana 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, 2007 GMC Savana (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Ford Vedette. 2007 GMC Savana 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. 2007 GMC Savana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Ford Vedette | 2007 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Vedette | Savana |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2158 cc | 5325 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1128 kg | 2353 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3440 mm |
