1951 Ford Consul vs. 1985 Holden Drover
To start off, 1985 Holden Drover is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Ford Consul would be higher. At 1,508 cc (4 cylinders), 1951 Ford Consul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Holden Drover (63 HP) has 23 more horse power than 1951 Ford Consul. (40 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Holden Drover should accelerate faster than 1951 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Ford Consul weights approximately 135 kg more than 1985 Holden Drover.
Because 1985 Holden Drover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Ford Consul. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Holden Drover 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, 1951 Ford Consul (101 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1951 Ford Consul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Holden Drover.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Ford Consul | 1985 Holden Drover | |
Make | Ford | Holden |
Model | Consul | Drover |
Year Released | 1951 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1508 cc | 1324 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 63 HP |
Torque | 101 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2040 mm |