1954 Ford Vedette vs. 1998 Volvo C70
To start off, 1998 Volvo C70 is newer by 44 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 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 1998 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volvo C70 (236 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1954 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volvo C70 weights approximately 355 kg more than 1954 Ford Vedette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1998 Volvo C70, 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, 1998 Volvo C70 (340 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Ford Vedette | 1998 Volvo C70 | |
Make | Ford | Volvo |
Model | Vedette | C70 |
Year Released | 1954 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2158 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 | 236 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2670 mm |