1958 Ford Vedette vs. 2007 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2007 Nissan Xterra is newer by 49 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 3,952 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Xterra (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1958 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 405 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 2007 Nissan Xterra 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, 2007 Nissan Xterra 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, 2007 Nissan Xterra (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Vedette. (123 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Ford Vedette | 2007 Nissan Xterra | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Vedette | Xterra |
Year Released | 1958 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2158 cc | 3952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2710 mm |