1953 Ford Vedette vs. 1998 Honda CR-V
To start off, 1998 Honda CR-V is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Ford Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Ford Vedette would be higher. At 2,158 cc (8 cylinders), 1953 Ford Vedette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda CR-V (128 HP) has 62 more horse power than 1953 Ford Vedette. (66 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1953 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda CR-V weights approximately 375 kg more than 1953 Ford Vedette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Ford Vedette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda CR-V 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, 1998 Honda CR-V (180 Nm) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm). This means 1998 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Ford Vedette. 1998 Honda CR-V has automatic transmission and 1953 Ford Vedette has manual transmission. 1953 Ford Vedette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Ford Vedette | 1998 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Vedette | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2158 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 128 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2620 mm |
