1953 Ford Vedette vs. 2004 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2004 Mazda Tribute is newer by 51 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, 2004 Mazda Tribute (122 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1953 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1953 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 370 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 2004 Mazda Tribute 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, 2004 Mazda Tribute 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, 2004 Mazda Tribute (175 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Ford Vedette | 2004 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Vedette | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2004 |
| 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 | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2630 mm |
