1993 Dodge Stealth vs. 1958 Ford Vedette
To start off, 1993 Dodge Stealth is newer by 35 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 2,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Dodge Stealth is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Dodge Stealth (282 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1958 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Dodge Stealth should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Dodge Stealth weights approximately 605 kg more than 1958 Ford Vedette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Dodge Stealth 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, 1993 Dodge Stealth 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, 1993 Dodge Stealth (428 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Vedette. (123 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Dodge Stealth will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Dodge Stealth | 1958 Ford Vedette | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Stealth | Vedette |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2971 cc | 2158 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 428 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2700 mm |
