1953 Ford Vedette vs. 1988 Plymouth Horizon
To start off, 1988 Plymouth Horizon is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Ford Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Ford Vedette would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Plymouth Horizon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Plymouth Horizon (91 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1953 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Plymouth Horizon should accelerate faster than 1953 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Ford Vedette weights approximately 100 kg more than 1988 Plymouth Horizon.
Because 1953 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 1953 Ford Vedette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Plymouth Horizon, 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, 1988 Plymouth Horizon (165 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Plymouth Horizon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Ford Vedette | 1988 Plymouth Horizon | |
Make | Ford | Plymouth |
Model | Vedette | Horizon |
Year Released | 1953 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2158 cc | 2213 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2530 mm |