1950 Ford Consul vs. 2002 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 2002 Nissan Terrano II is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Ford Consul would be higher. At 2,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Nissan Terrano II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan Terrano II (153 HP) has 113 more horse power than 1950 Ford Consul. (40 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Terrano II should accelerate faster than 1950 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 715 kg more than 1950 Ford Consul. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Nissan Terrano II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Ford Consul. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Terrano II 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, 2002 Nissan Terrano II (314 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan Terrano II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Ford Consul | 2002 Nissan Terrano II | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Consul | Terrano II |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1506 cc | 2988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 153 HP |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2660 mm |
