1957 Ford Vedette vs. 2009 Mazda CX-7
To start off, 2009 Mazda CX-7 is newer by 52 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 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda CX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda CX-7 (235 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1957 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Vedette.
Because 2009 Mazda CX-7 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, 2009 Mazda CX-7 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, 2009 Mazda CX-7 (351 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda CX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ford Vedette | 2009 Mazda CX-7 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Vedette | CX-7 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2156 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2760 mm |
