1952 Ford Consul vs. 1996 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 1996 SsangYong Korando is newer by 44 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 2,872 cc (5 cylinders), 1996 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 SsangYong Korando (97 HP) has 57 more horse power than 1952 Ford Consul. (40 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1952 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 740 kg more than 1952 Ford Consul. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Ford Consul. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 SsangYong Korando 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, 1996 SsangYong Korando (190 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Ford Consul | 1996 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | Consul | Korando |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1508 cc | 2872 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 97 HP |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1850 mm |
