1954 Ford Vedette vs. 1997 Holden Statesman
To start off, 1997 Holden Statesman is newer by 43 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Holden Statesman (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1954 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Holden Statesman weights approximately 395 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, 1997 Holden Statesman (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Ford Vedette. 1997 Holden Statesman 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. 1997 Holden Statesman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Ford Vedette | 1997 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Vedette | Statesman |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2158 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2830 mm |
