1958 Ford Vedette vs. 1982 Nissan Prairie
To start off, 1982 Nissan Prairie is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford Vedette would be higher. At 2,158 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 Ford Vedette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Nissan Prairie (79 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1958 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Nissan Prairie should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Ford Vedette weights approximately 150 kg more than 1982 Nissan Prairie.
Because 1958 Ford Vedette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 Ford Vedette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Nissan Prairie, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1958 Ford Vedette (123 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Nissan Prairie. (121 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1958 Ford Vedette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Nissan Prairie.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ford Vedette | 1982 Nissan Prairie | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Vedette | Prairie |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1982 |
| Engine Size | 2158 cc | 1485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2520 mm |
