1950 Ford Vedette vs. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Ford Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Ford Vedette would be higher. At 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (270 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1950 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1950 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 860 kg more than 1950 Ford Vedette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (395 Nm) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Ford Vedette | 2005 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Vedette | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2158 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 395 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2830 mm |
