1957 Ford Vedette vs. 2007 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2007 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 50 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Tacoma (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1957 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Vedette.
Because 2007 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2007 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2007 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Vedette. 2007 Toyota Tacoma 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. 2007 Toyota Tacoma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Ford Vedette | 2007 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Vedette | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1957 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2156 cc | 3956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 236 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3590 mm |