1950 Ford Consul vs. 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 56 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 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara (93 HP) has 53 more horse power than 1950 Ford Consul. (40 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 1950 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 275 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 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Ford Consul | 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Consul | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1506 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 93 HP |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2210 mm |
