1954 Ford Vedette vs. 1996 Nissan Rasheen
To start off, 1996 Nissan Rasheen is newer by 42 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 2,158 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Ford Vedette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan Rasheen (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1954 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Rasheen should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Rasheen 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 1996 Nissan Rasheen 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, 1996 Nissan Rasheen 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, 1996 Nissan Rasheen (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan Rasheen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Ford Vedette | 1996 Nissan Rasheen | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Vedette | Rasheen |
Year Released | 1954 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2158 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2440 mm |