1956 Ford Vedette vs. 1999 Toyota Venture
To start off, 1999 Toyota Venture is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ford Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ford Vedette would be higher. At 2,158 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Ford Vedette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Venture (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1956 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Venture should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Venture weights approximately 215 kg more than 1956 Ford Vedette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 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 1956 Ford Vedette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Venture, 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, 1999 Toyota Venture (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Ford Vedette | 1999 Toyota Venture | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Vedette | Venture |
Year Released | 1956 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2158 cc | 1812 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2510 mm |