1958 Ford Vedette vs. 1986 Honda Accord
To start off, 1986 Honda Accord is newer by 28 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, 1986 Honda Accord (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1958 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Ford Vedette weights approximately 50 kg more than 1986 Honda Accord.
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, 1986 Honda Accord, 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, 1986 Honda Accord (156 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Vedette. (123 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1986 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Ford Vedette | 1986 Honda Accord | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Vedette | Accord |
Year Released | 1958 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2158 cc | 1954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 156 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2610 mm |