1994 Ford Laser vs. 1953 Ford Vedette
To start off, 1994 Ford Laser is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Ford Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Ford Vedette would be higher. At 2,158 cc (8 cylinders), 1953 Ford Vedette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Laser (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1953 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 1953 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Ford Vedette weights approximately 120 kg more than 1994 Ford Laser.
Because 1953 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 1953 Ford Vedette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Ford Laser, 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, 1994 Ford Laser (123 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Laser | 1953 Ford Vedette | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Laser | Vedette |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2158 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2700 mm |
