1950 Ford Consul vs. 2010 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2010 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 60 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota 4Runner (270 HP) has 230 more horse power than 1950 Ford Consul. (40 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1950 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 1008 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 2010 Toyota 4Runner 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, 2010 Toyota 4Runner 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, 2010 Toyota 4Runner (376 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Ford Consul. 2010 Toyota 4Runner 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. 2010 Toyota 4Runner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Ford Consul | 2010 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Consul | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1506 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 270 HP |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 2053 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4823 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1816 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2789 mm |
