1955 Ford Vedette vs. 1993 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1993 Ford Mustang is newer by 38 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 2,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Mustang (106 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1955 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Mustang weights approximately 135 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.
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, 1993 Ford Mustang (183 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Ford Vedette | 1993 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Vedette | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2158 cc | 2301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2560 mm |
