1956 Ford Vedette vs. 2004 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2004 Renault Kangoo is newer by 48 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, 2004 Renault Kangoo (74 HP) has 8 more horse power than 1956 Ford Vedette. (66 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Kangoo should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Ford Vedette weights approximately 15 kg more than 2004 Renault Kangoo.
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, 2004 Renault Kangoo, 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, 1956 Ford Vedette (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Kangoo. (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1956 Ford Vedette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Ford Vedette | 2004 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Vedette | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2158 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2630 mm |
