2007 Acura RDX vs. 1955 Ford Vedette
To start off, 2007 Acura RDX is newer by 52 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 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Acura RDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura RDX (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1955 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Vedette.
Because 2007 Acura RDX 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, 2007 Acura RDX 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 Acura RDX (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Ford Vedette. 2007 Acura RDX 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. 2007 Acura RDX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura RDX | 1955 Ford Vedette | |
| Make | Acura | Ford |
| Model | RDX | Vedette |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2300 cc | 2158 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2700 mm |
