1956 Ford Vedette vs. 1985 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1985 Opel Ascona is newer by 29 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, 1985 Opel Ascona (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1956 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Ford Vedette weights approximately 205 kg more than 1985 Opel Ascona.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Ford Vedette (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1956 Ford Vedette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Ford Vedette | 1985 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Vedette | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2158 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 920 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 |
