1950 Ford Consul vs. 2005 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2005 Honda Pilot is newer by 55 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Pilot (240 HP) has 200 more horse power than 1950 Ford Consul. (40 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1950 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Pilot weights approximately 965 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 2005 Honda Pilot 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, 2005 Honda Pilot 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 Honda Pilot (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Ford Consul. 2005 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 1950 Ford Consul has manual transmission. 1950 Ford Consul will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Ford Consul | 2005 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Consul | Pilot |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1506 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 240 HP |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2710 mm |
