1952 Ford Vedette vs. 2004 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1952 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1952 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1390 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 2004 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Ford Vedette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover will offer significantly more control. 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 Land Rover Range Rover (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Ford Vedette. 2004 Land Rover Range Rover 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 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1952 Ford Vedette | 2004 Land Rover Range Rover | |
Make | Ford | Land Rover |
Model | Vedette | Range Rover |
Year Released | 1952 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2157 cc | 4398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 2515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2200 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2890 mm |