1955 Ford Vedette vs. 2006 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2006 Honda CR-V is newer by 51 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, 2006 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1955 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda CR-V weights approximately 375 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.
Because 2006 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Ford Vedette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda CR-V 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 Honda CR-V (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Ford Vedette | 2006 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Vedette | CR-V |
Year Released | 1955 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2158 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2640 mm |