1954 Ford Vedette vs. 1987 Mazda MX-6
To start off, 1987 Mazda MX-6 is newer by 33 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 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Mazda MX-6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mazda MX-6 (110 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1954 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mazda MX-6 should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mazda MX-6 weights approximately 35 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 1954 Ford Vedette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1954 Ford Vedette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Mazda MX-6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1987 Mazda MX-6 (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 Mazda MX-6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Ford Vedette | 1987 Mazda MX-6 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Vedette | MX-6 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2158 cc | 2184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2520 mm |
