1954 Ford Vedette vs. 1994 Volkswagen Gol
To start off, 1994 Volkswagen Gol is newer by 40 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, 1994 Volkswagen Gol (108 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1954 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Volkswagen Gol should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Ford Vedette weights approximately 129 kg more than 1994 Volkswagen Gol.
Because 1954 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 1954 Ford Vedette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Volkswagen Gol, 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, 1994 Volkswagen Gol (167 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Volkswagen Gol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Ford Vedette | 1994 Volkswagen Gol | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Vedette | Gol |
Year Released | 1954 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2158 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 996 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2520 mm |