1956 Ford Vedette vs. 2008 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Korando is newer by 52 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 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SsangYong Korando (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1956 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 715 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 2008 SsangYong Korando 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, 2008 SsangYong Korando 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, 2008 SsangYong Korando (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Ford Vedette | 2008 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | Vedette | Korando |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2158 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2490 mm |
