1954 Ford Vedette vs. 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Ford Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Ford Vedette would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster (217 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1954 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 725 kg more than 1954 Ford Vedette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Ford Vedette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster 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, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster (447 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Ford Vedette | 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
Make | Ford | Plymouth |
Model | Vedette | Trail Duster |
Year Released | 1954 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2158 cc | 7206 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2700 mm |