1954 Ford Vedette vs. 2012 Volkswagen Routan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Routan is newer by 58 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Routan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Routan (283 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1954 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Routan should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Routan weights approximately 913 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, 2012 Volkswagen Routan, 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, 2012 Volkswagen Routan (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Routan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Ford Vedette. 2012 Volkswagen Routan 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. 2012 Volkswagen Routan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Ford Vedette | 2012 Volkswagen Routan | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Vedette | Routan |
Year Released | 1954 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2158 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 283 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6350 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 2038 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5144 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1953 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3078 mm |