1955 Ford Vedette vs. 2009 Ford Escape
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 54 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 2,486 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Escape (151 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1955 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Ford Vedette weights approximately 159 kg more than 2009 Ford Escape.
Because 1955 Ford Vedette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1955 Ford Vedette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Ford Escape (136 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Ford Vedette. 2009 Ford Escape 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. 2009 Ford Escape will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Ford Vedette | 2009 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Vedette | Escape |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2158 cc | 2486 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 151 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2630 mm |
