1956 Ford Vedette vs. 2000 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 2000 Toyota Soarer 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 4,292 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Soarer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Soarer (276 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1956 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Soarer should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Soarer weights approximately 605 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, 2000 Toyota Soarer, 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, 2000 Toyota Soarer (431 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Soarer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Vedette. 2000 Toyota Soarer has automatic transmission and 1956 Ford Vedette has manual transmission. 1956 Ford Vedette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Toyota Soarer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Ford Vedette | 2000 Toyota Soarer | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Vedette | Soarer |
Year Released | 1956 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2158 cc | 4292 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 431 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2630 mm |