1957 Ford Vedette vs. 2005 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2005 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 48 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 3,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (243 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1957 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 775 kg more than 1957 Ford Vedette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Ford Vedette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota 4Runner 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, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (382 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Vedette. 2005 Toyota 4Runner has automatic transmission and 1957 Ford Vedette has manual transmission. 1957 Ford Vedette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Toyota 4Runner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ford Vedette | 2005 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Vedette | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2156 cc | 3995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 243 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2800 mm |
