1953 Ford Vedette vs. 2009 Nissan Rogue
To start off, 2009 Nissan Rogue is newer by 56 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Rogue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Rogue (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1953 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Rogue should accelerate faster than 1953 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Rogue weights approximately 480 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 2009 Nissan Rogue 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, 2009 Nissan Rogue 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, 2009 Nissan Rogue (237 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Rogue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Ford Vedette | 2009 Nissan Rogue | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Vedette | Rogue |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2009 |
| 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 | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2700 mm |
