1955 Ford Vedette vs. 2013 Volvo S60
To start off, 2013 Volvo S60 is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Ford Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Ford Vedette would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo S60 (321 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 1955 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S60 weights approximately 637 kg more than 1955 Ford Vedette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Volvo S60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Ford Vedette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 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, 2013 Volvo S60 (480 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Ford Vedette | 2013 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Ford | Volvo |
Model | Vedette | S60 |
Year Released | 1955 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2158 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 480 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1762 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2097 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1484 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2776 mm |