1952 Ford Vedette vs. 1992 Holden Statesman
To start off, 1992 Holden Statesman is newer by 40 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 4,987 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Holden Statesman (223 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1952 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1952 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Holden Statesman weights approximately 440 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1992 Holden Statesman (385 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Ford Vedette. 1992 Holden Statesman has automatic transmission and 1952 Ford Vedette has manual transmission. 1952 Ford Vedette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Holden Statesman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Ford Vedette | 1992 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Vedette | Statesman |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2157 cc | 4987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2830 mm |
