1955 Ford Vedette vs. 1992 Renault Espace
To start off, 1992 Renault Espace is newer by 37 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, 1992 Renault Espace (104 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1955 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Renault Espace weights approximately 325 kg more than 1955 Ford Vedette. 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, 1992 Renault Espace, 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, 1992 Renault Espace (159 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Ford Vedette | 1992 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Vedette | Espace |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2158 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2680 mm |
