1953 Ford Vedette vs. 1993 Renault Express
To start off, 1993 Renault Express is newer by 40 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 2,158 cc (8 cylinders), 1953 Ford Vedette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Ford Vedette (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1993 Renault Express. (45 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Ford Vedette should accelerate faster than 1993 Renault Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Ford Vedette weights approximately 305 kg more than 1993 Renault Express. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1993 Renault Express, 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, 1953 Ford Vedette (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault Express. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1953 Ford Vedette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Renault Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Ford Vedette | 1993 Renault Express | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Vedette | Express |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2158 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2590 mm |
