1951 Ford Consul vs. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 56 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder (172 HP) has 132 more horse power than 1951 Ford Consul. (40 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1951 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 1190 kg more than 1951 Ford Consul. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Ford Consul. (101 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Ford Consul | 2007 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Consul | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1508 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 172 HP |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 2235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2860 mm |
