1956 Ford Vedette vs. 2000 Suzuki X90
To start off, 2000 Suzuki X90 is newer by 44 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, 2000 Suzuki X90 (97 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1956 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Suzuki X90 should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Ford Vedette weights approximately 25 kg more than 2000 Suzuki X90.
Because 2000 Suzuki X90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Ford Vedette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Suzuki X90 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, 2000 Suzuki X90 (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Suzuki X90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Ford Vedette | 2000 Suzuki X90 | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Vedette | X90 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2158 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2210 mm |
