1956 Ford Vedette vs. 1992 Volkswagen Corrado
To start off, 1992 Volkswagen Corrado is newer by 36 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 2,859 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Volkswagen Corrado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Volkswagen Corrado (187 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1956 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Volkswagen Corrado should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Volkswagen Corrado weights approximately 115 kg more than 1956 Ford Vedette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1992 Volkswagen Corrado, 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 Volkswagen Corrado (245 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 Volkswagen Corrado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Ford Vedette | 1992 Volkswagen Corrado | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Vedette | Corrado |
Year Released | 1956 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2158 cc | 2859 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2480 mm |