1952 Ford Vedette vs. 1988 Opel Vectra
To start off, 1988 Opel Vectra is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Ford Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Ford Vedette would be higher. At 2,157 cc (8 cylinders), 1952 Ford Vedette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Ford Vedette (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1988 Opel Vectra. (56 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Ford Vedette should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Ford Vedette weights approximately 43 kg more than 1988 Opel Vectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1952 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 1952 Ford Vedette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Opel Vectra, 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, 1952 Ford Vedette (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Vectra. (104 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1952 Ford Vedette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Ford Vedette | 1988 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Vedette | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2157 cc | 1699 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1082 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2600 mm |
