1951 Ford Vedette vs. 2007 Isuzu Ascender
To start off, 2007 Isuzu Ascender 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 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Isuzu Ascender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Isuzu Ascender (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1951 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Isuzu Ascender should accelerate faster than 1951 Ford Vedette.
Because 2007 Isuzu Ascender 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 Isuzu Ascender 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 Isuzu Ascender (367 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Isuzu Ascender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Ford Vedette. 2007 Isuzu Ascender 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 Isuzu Ascender will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1951 Ford Vedette | 2007 Isuzu Ascender | |
Make | Ford | Isuzu |
Model | Vedette | Ascender |
Year Released | 1951 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2158 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 291 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 367 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2880 mm |