1951 Ford Vedette vs. 2005 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2005 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 54 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan X-Trail (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1951 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1951 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 162 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 2005 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2005 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2005 Nissan X-Trail (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Ford Vedette | 2005 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Vedette | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2158 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1128 kg | 1290 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2810 mm |
