1958 Ford Vedette vs. 2005 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2005 Nissan Patrol is newer by 47 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 2,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Patrol (155 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1958 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1285 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 2005 Nissan Patrol 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, 2005 Nissan Patrol 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, 2005 Nissan Patrol (359 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Vedette. (123 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Ford Vedette | 2005 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Vedette | Patrol |
Year Released | 1958 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2158 cc | 2998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 2410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2970 mm |