1954 Ford Vedette vs. 2004 Mazda B2500
To start off, 2004 Mazda B2500 is newer by 50 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 4,031 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda B2500 (204 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1954 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda B2500 should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 580 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 2004 Mazda B2500 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, 2004 Mazda B2500 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, 2004 Mazda B2500 (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Mazda B2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Ford Vedette. 2004 Mazda B2500 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. 2004 Mazda B2500 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Ford Vedette | 2004 Mazda B2500 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Vedette | B2500 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2158 cc | 4031 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2990 mm |
