1957 Ford Vedette vs. 2005 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 2005 Vauxhall Frontera 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 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Vauxhall Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Vauxhall Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1957 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Vauxhall Frontera should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 695 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 Vauxhall Frontera 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 Vauxhall Frontera 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 Vauxhall Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Vauxhall Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Vedette. 2005 Vauxhall Frontera 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 Vauxhall Frontera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ford Vedette | 2005 Vauxhall Frontera | |
| Make | Ford | Vauxhall |
| Model | Vedette | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2156 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2710 mm |
