1994 Ford Aerostar vs. 1954 Ford Vedette
To start off, 1994 Ford Aerostar is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Ford Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Ford Vedette would be higher. At 2,978 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Ford Aerostar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Aerostar (133 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1954 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Aerostar should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 390 kg more than 1954 Ford Vedette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1994 Ford Aerostar (217 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Aerostar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Aerostar | 1954 Ford Vedette | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Aerostar | Vedette |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2978 cc | 2158 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2700 mm |
