1954 Ford Vedette vs. 2006 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2006 Nissan Murano is newer by 52 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 3,506 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Murano (245 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1954 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Murano weights approximately 405 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 2006 Nissan Murano 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, 2006 Nissan Murano 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, 2006 Nissan Murano (334 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Ford Vedette | 2006 Nissan Murano | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Vedette | Murano |
Year Released | 1954 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2158 cc | 3506 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 245 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2830 mm |