1956 Ford Vedette vs. 2005 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 49 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 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover Freelander (175 HP) has 109 more horse power than 1956 Ford Vedette. (66 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Vedette.
Because 2005 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Ford Vedette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2005 Land Rover Freelander (240 Nm) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm). This means 2005 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Ford Vedette | 2005 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Ford | Land Rover |
| Model | Vedette | Freelander |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2158 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 175 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2570 mm |
