2007 Dodge Ram vs. 1951 Ford Vedette
To start off, 2007 Dodge Ram is newer by 56 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 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1951 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1951 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1215 kg more than 1951 Ford Vedette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Ford Vedette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram 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, 2007 Dodge Ram (407 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Ram | 1951 Ford Vedette | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Ram | Vedette |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4700 cc | 2158 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1128 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2700 mm |
