1952 Ford Vedette vs. 2004 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2004 GMC Yukon is newer by 52 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 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Yukon (286 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1952 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1952 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1041 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, 2004 GMC Yukon (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Ford Vedette. 2004 GMC Yukon 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. 2004 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Ford Vedette | 2004 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Vedette | Yukon |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2157 cc | 5328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 2166 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3280 mm |
