1996 Ford Mondeo vs. 1952 Ford Vedette
To start off, 1996 Ford Mondeo is newer by 44 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, 1996 Ford Mondeo (89 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1952 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1952 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 95 kg more than 1952 Ford Vedette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1996 Ford Mondeo, 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, 1996 Ford Mondeo (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Mondeo | 1952 Ford Vedette | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Mondeo | Vedette |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2157 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2700 mm |
