1955 Ford Vedette vs. 2007 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Chairman H is newer by 52 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 2,787 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Chairman H is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SsangYong Chairman H (198 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1955 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Chairman H should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 505 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, 2007 SsangYong Chairman H (272 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Chairman H will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Ford Vedette. 2007 SsangYong Chairman H has automatic transmission and 1955 Ford Vedette has manual transmission. 1955 Ford Vedette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 SsangYong Chairman H will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Ford Vedette | 2007 SsangYong Chairman H | |
Make | Ford | SsangYong |
Model | Vedette | Chairman H |
Year Released | 1955 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2158 cc | 2787 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 272 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2910 mm |