1955 Ford Vedette vs. 2012 Opel Antara
To start off, 2012 Opel Antara is newer by 57 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 3,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Opel Antara (224 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1955 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Opel Antara weights approximately 720 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 2012 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Ford Vedette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Opel Antara will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Opel Antara (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Ford Vedette. 2012 Opel Antara has automatic transmission and 1955 Ford Vedette has manual transmission. 1955 Ford Vedette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Opel Antara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Ford Vedette | 2012 Opel Antara | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Vedette | Antara |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2158 cc | 3194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2710 mm |
