1955 Ford Vedette vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1981 Opel Ascona is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Ford Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Ford Vedette would be higher. At 2,158 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Ford Vedette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Opel Ascona (114 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1955 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Ford Vedette weights approximately 75 kg more than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Opel Ascona (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1981 Opel Ascona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Ford Vedette | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Vedette | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2158 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2580 mm |
