1956 Ford Vedette vs. 1983 Ford Telstar
To start off, 1983 Ford Telstar is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ford Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ford Vedette would be higher. At 2,158 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Ford Vedette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ford Telstar (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1956 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ford Telstar should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Ford Vedette weights approximately 95 kg more than 1983 Ford Telstar.
Because 1956 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 1956 Ford Vedette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Ford Telstar, 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, 1983 Ford Telstar (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1983 Ford Telstar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Ford Vedette | 1983 Ford Telstar | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Vedette | Telstar |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2158 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2520 mm |
