1954 Ford Vedette vs. 1988 Volvo 245
To start off, 1988 Volvo 245 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Ford Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Ford Vedette would be higher. At 2,158 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Ford Vedette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Volvo 245 (96 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1954 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Volvo 245 should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Vedette.
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, 1988 Volvo 245 (158 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Volvo 245 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Ford Vedette | 1988 Volvo 245 | |
Make | Ford | Volvo |
Model | Vedette | 245 |
Year Released | 1954 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2158 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2660 mm |