1951 Ford Vedette vs. 1999 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 1999 Nissan Xterra is newer by 48 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 2,393 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Nissan Xterra (141 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1951 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1951 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 456 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 1999 Nissan Xterra 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, 1999 Nissan Xterra 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, 1999 Nissan Xterra (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Ford Vedette | 1999 Nissan Xterra | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Vedette | Xterra |
Year Released | 1951 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2158 cc | 2393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1128 kg | 1584 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2660 mm |