1955 Ford Vedette vs. 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser
To start off, 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser (256 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1955 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser weights approximately 838 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 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser 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, 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser 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, 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser (367 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Ford Vedette | 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Vedette | FJ Cruiser |
Year Released | 1955 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2158 cc | 4000 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 | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 367 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1963 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2690 mm |