1955 Ford Vedette vs. 2013 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 58 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder (256 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1955 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 841 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, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Ford Vedette | 2013 Nissan Pathfinder | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Vedette | Pathfinder |
Year Released | 1955 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2158 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5009 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1961 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1768 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2900 mm |