1955 Ford Vedette vs. 2012 Ford Escape
To start off, 2012 Ford Escape is newer by 57 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Escape (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1955 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Escape weights approximately 532 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 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, 2012 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, 2012 Ford Escape (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Ford Vedette | 2012 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Vedette | Escape |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2158 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1657 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4437 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2619 mm |
