1955 Ford Vedette vs. 1981 Volkswagen Santana
To start off, 1981 Volkswagen Santana 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, 1955 Ford Vedette (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1981 Volkswagen Santana. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Ford Vedette should accelerate faster than 1981 Volkswagen Santana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Ford Vedette weights approximately 100 kg more than 1981 Volkswagen Santana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 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 1955 Ford Vedette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Volkswagen Santana, 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, 1955 Ford Vedette (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Volkswagen Santana. (100 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1955 Ford Vedette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Volkswagen Santana.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Ford Vedette | 1981 Volkswagen Santana | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Vedette | Santana |
Year Released | 1955 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2158 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2560 mm |