1958 Ford Vedette vs. 2004 Lincoln Navigator
To start off, 2004 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 46 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lincoln Navigator (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1958 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 1594 kg more than 1958 Ford Vedette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Lincoln Navigator is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Ford Vedette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Lincoln Navigator 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, 2004 Lincoln Navigator (481 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Vedette. (123 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Ford Vedette | 2004 Lincoln Navigator | |
Make | Ford | Lincoln |
Model | Vedette | Navigator |
Year Released | 1958 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2158 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 481 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 2719 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3070 mm |