2000 Ford Mondeo vs. 1954 Ford Vedette
To start off, 2000 Ford Mondeo is newer by 46 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 2,158 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Ford Vedette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Mondeo (89 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1954 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 93 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.
Because 1954 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 1954 Ford Vedette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford Mondeo, 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, 2000 Ford Mondeo (138 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Mondeo | 1954 Ford Vedette | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Mondeo | Vedette |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2158 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1218 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2700 mm |
