1951 Ford Consul vs. 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 2,393 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara (164 HP) has 124 more horse power than 1951 Ford Consul. (40 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 1951 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 401 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 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 Suzuki Grand Vitara (225 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Ford Consul. (101 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Ford Consul | 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Consul | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1508 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 164 HP |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1446 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3865 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1695 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2440 mm |
