1952 Ford Vedette vs. 2004 Volvo S80
To start off, 2004 Volvo S80 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 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volvo S80 (197 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1952 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1952 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volvo S80 weights approximately 549 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 Volvo S80 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 Volvo S80 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 Volvo S80 (321 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Ford Vedette. 2004 Volvo S80 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 Volvo S80 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1952 Ford Vedette | 2004 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Ford | Volvo |
Model | Vedette | S80 |
Year Released | 1952 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2157 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1674 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2630 mm |