1956 Ford Vedette vs. 2006 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2006 Saturn Vue is newer by 50 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Saturn Vue (250 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1956 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Saturn Vue weights approximately 821 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 2006 Saturn Vue 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, 2006 Saturn Vue 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, 2006 Saturn Vue (329 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Saturn Vue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Ford Vedette | 2006 Saturn Vue | |
| Make | Ford | Saturn |
| Model | Vedette | Vue |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2158 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 329 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1946 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2710 mm |
