1956 Ford Vedette vs. 2004 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2004 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 48 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, 2004 Toyota RAV4 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1956 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 186 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 2004 Toyota RAV4 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, 2004 Toyota RAV4 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, 2004 Toyota RAV4 (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Ford Vedette | 2004 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Vedette | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1956 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2158 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1311 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2710 mm |