1952 Ford Vedette vs. 1989 Plymouth Laser
To start off, 1989 Plymouth Laser is newer by 37 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, 1989 Plymouth Laser (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1952 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Plymouth Laser should accelerate faster than 1952 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Plymouth Laser weights approximately 105 kg more than 1952 Ford Vedette. 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, 1989 Plymouth Laser, 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, 1989 Plymouth Laser (169 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Plymouth Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Ford Vedette | 1989 Plymouth Laser | |
| Make | Ford | Plymouth |
| Model | Vedette | Laser |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2157 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2480 mm |
