1955 Ford Vedette vs. 1985 Ford Sierra
To start off, 1985 Ford Sierra is newer by 30 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 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford Sierra (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1955 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ford Sierra weights approximately 80 kg more than 1955 Ford Vedette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Ford Sierra (220 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Ford Vedette | 1985 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Vedette | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2158 cc | 2790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2620 mm |
