1956 Ford Vedette vs. 2009 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2009 Nissan Xterra is newer by 53 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Xterra (262 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1956 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Vedette.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Nissan Xterra (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Vedette. 2009 Nissan Xterra 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. 2009 Nissan Xterra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Ford Vedette | 2009 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Vedette | Xterra |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2158 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
