1952 Ford Vedette vs. 2005 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 2005 Toyota Mark II is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Ford Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Ford Vedette would be higher. At 2,157 cc (8 cylinders), 1952 Ford Vedette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Mark II (156 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1952 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Mark II should accelerate faster than 1952 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Mark II weights approximately 335 kg more than 1952 Ford Vedette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota Mark II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Ford Vedette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Mark II 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 Toyota Mark II (200 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Mark II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Ford Vedette. 2005 Toyota Mark II has automatic transmission and 1952 Ford Vedette has manual transmission. 1952 Ford Vedette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Toyota Mark II will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Ford Vedette | 2005 Toyota Mark II | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Vedette | Mark II |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2157 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2440 mm |
