1957 Ford Vedette vs. 1997 Ford Escort
To start off, 1997 Ford Escort is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ford Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ford Vedette would be higher. At 2,156 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Ford Vedette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Escort (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1957 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Ford Vedette weights approximately 45 kg more than 1997 Ford Escort.
Because 1957 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 1957 Ford Vedette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Ford Escort, 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, 1957 Ford Vedette (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Escort. (114 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1957 Ford Vedette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Ford Vedette | 1997 Ford Escort | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Vedette | Escort |
Year Released | 1957 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2156 cc | 1391 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 114 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1390 mm |