1954 Ford Vedette vs. 1986 Holden Commodore
To start off, 1986 Holden Commodore is newer by 32 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 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Holden Commodore (116 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1954 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Holden Commodore weights approximately 95 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1986 Holden Commodore (232 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1986 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Ford Vedette. 1986 Holden Commodore has automatic transmission and 1954 Ford Vedette has manual transmission. 1954 Ford Vedette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Holden Commodore will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Ford Vedette | 1986 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Vedette | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2158 cc | 3298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2680 mm |
