1955 Ford Vedette vs. 1975 Ford Escort

To start off, 1975 Ford Escort is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Ford Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Ford Vedette would be higher. At 2,158 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Ford Vedette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Ford Vedette (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1975 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Ford Vedette should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Ford Vedette weights approximately 250 kg more than 1975 Ford Escort. 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, 1955 Ford Vedette (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1955 Ford Vedette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Escort.

Compare all specifications:

1955 Ford Vedette 1975 Ford Escort
Make Ford Ford
Model Vedette Escort
Year Released 1955 1975
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2158 cc 939 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 66 HP 45 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 122 Nm 60 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 4500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1125 kg 875 kg
Vehicle Length 4680 mm 3980 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 1600 mm
Vehicle Height 1530 mm 1390 mm
Wheelbase Size 2700 mm 2410 mm


 

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