1951 Ford Vedette vs. 2002 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2002 Toyota Highlander is newer by 51 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Highlander (149 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1951 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1951 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 557 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 2002 Toyota Highlander 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, 2002 Toyota Highlander 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, 2002 Toyota Highlander (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Ford Vedette. 2002 Toyota Highlander has automatic transmission and 1951 Ford Vedette has manual transmission. 1951 Ford Vedette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Toyota Highlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Ford Vedette | 2002 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Vedette | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2158 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1128 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2730 mm |
