1977 Chrysler Avenger vs. 1951 Ford Vedette
To start off, 1977 Chrysler Avenger is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Ford Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Ford Vedette would be higher. At 2,158 cc (8 cylinders), 1951 Ford Vedette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Chrysler Avenger (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1951 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Chrysler Avenger should accelerate faster than 1951 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Ford Vedette weights approximately 228 kg more than 1977 Chrysler Avenger.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1977 Chrysler Avenger (124 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1977 Chrysler Avenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Chrysler Avenger | 1951 Ford Vedette | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Avenger | Vedette |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2158 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1128 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2700 mm |
