1951 Ford Vedette vs. 2011 Volvo C30
To start off, 2011 Volvo C30 is newer by 60 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo C30 weights approximately 323 kg more than 1951 Ford Vedette.
Because 1951 Ford Vedette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1951 Ford Vedette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volvo C30, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Volvo C30 (400 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo C30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Ford Vedette | 2011 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Vedette | C30 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2158 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1128 kg | 1451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1448 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2639 mm |
