1989 Ford Escort vs. 1952 Ford Vedette
To start off, 1989 Ford Escort is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Ford Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Ford Vedette would be higher. At 2,157 cc (8 cylinders), 1952 Ford Vedette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Escort (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1952 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1952 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Ford Vedette weights approximately 100 kg more than 1989 Ford Escort.
Because 1952 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 1952 Ford Vedette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Ford Escort, 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, 1989 Ford Escort (144 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Escort | 1952 Ford Vedette | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Escort | Vedette |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1859 cc | 2157 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2700 mm |
