1951 Ford Vedette vs. 2009 Volvo S80
To start off, 2009 Volvo S80 is newer by 58 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 4,413 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo S80 (311 HP @ 5950 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1951 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1951 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volvo S80 weights approximately 470 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 2009 Volvo S80 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, 2009 Volvo S80 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, 2009 Volvo S80 (440 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Ford Vedette. 2009 Volvo S80 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. 2009 Volvo S80 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Ford Vedette | 2009 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Vedette | S80 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2158 cc | 4413 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5950 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1128 kg | 1598 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2840 mm |
