1957 Ford Vedette vs. 2008 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2008 GMC Acadia is newer by 51 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Acadia (275 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1957 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Acadia weights approximately 1017 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 2008 GMC Acadia 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, 2008 GMC Acadia 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, 2008 GMC Acadia (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Vedette. 2008 GMC Acadia 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. 2008 GMC Acadia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ford Vedette | 2008 GMC Acadia | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Vedette | Acadia |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2156 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 2142 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3030 mm |
