1952 Ford Consul vs. 1994 Volkswagen Parati
To start off, 1994 Volkswagen Parati is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Ford Consul would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Volkswagen Parati is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Volkswagen Parati (89 HP) has 49 more horse power than 1952 Ford Consul. (40 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Volkswagen Parati should accelerate faster than 1952 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Ford Consul weights approximately 70 kg more than 1994 Volkswagen Parati.
Because 1952 Ford Consul is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1952 Ford Consul. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Volkswagen Parati, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1994 Volkswagen Parati (150 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1994 Volkswagen Parati will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Ford Consul | 1994 Volkswagen Parati | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Consul | Parati |
Year Released | 1952 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1508 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 89 HP |
Torque | 100 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2480 mm |