1950 Ford Consul vs. 2013 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2013 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 63 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Sequoia (376 HP) has 336 more horse power than 1950 Ford Consul. (40 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1950 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1669 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2013 Toyota Sequoia (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 444 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Ford Consul. 2013 Toyota Sequoia 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. 2013 Toyota Sequoia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Ford Consul | 2013 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Consul | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1506 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 376 HP |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 2714 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1955 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3100 mm |
