1958 Ford Vedette vs. 2005 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Korando is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford Vedette would be higher. At 2,873 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Korando (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1958 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Vedette.
Because 2005 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Ford Vedette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 SsangYong Korando (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Vedette. (123 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ford Vedette | 2005 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | Vedette | Korando |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2158 cc | 2873 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2490 mm |
