2005 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1955 Ford Vedette
To start off, 2005 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Ford Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Ford Vedette would be higher. At 5,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac Escalade (340 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 1955 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1553 kg more than 1955 Ford Vedette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Ford Vedette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac Escalade 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 Cadillac Escalade (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Ford Vedette. 2005 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 1955 Ford Vedette has manual transmission. 1955 Ford Vedette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Cadillac Escalade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac Escalade | 1955 Ford Vedette | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Escalade | Vedette |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5966 cc | 2158 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2678 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2700 mm |
