2005 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1954 Ford Vedette
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 51 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 4,299 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer (190 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1954 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 675 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, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Blazer | 1954 Ford Vedette | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Blazer | Vedette |
Year Released | 2005 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4299 cc | 2158 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2700 mm |