1951 Ford Consul vs. 2009 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2009 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 58 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Ridgeline (250 HP) has 210 more horse power than 1951 Ford Consul. (40 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1951 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 416 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 2009 Honda Ridgeline 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, 2009 Honda Ridgeline 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, 2009 Honda Ridgeline (336 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Ford Consul. (101 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Ford Consul. 2009 Honda Ridgeline has automatic transmission and 1951 Ford Consul has manual transmission. 1951 Ford Consul will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda Ridgeline will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Ford Consul | 2009 Honda Ridgeline | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Consul | Ridgeline |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1508 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 250 HP |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1461 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3110 mm |
