1952 Ford Consul vs. 2001 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 2001 Vauxhall Frontera is newer by 49 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 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Vauxhall Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Vauxhall Frontera (202 HP) has 162 more horse power than 1952 Ford Consul. (40 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Vauxhall Frontera should accelerate faster than 1952 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 775 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 2001 Vauxhall Frontera 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, 2001 Vauxhall Frontera 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, 2001 Vauxhall Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Vauxhall Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Ford Consul | 2001 Vauxhall Frontera | |
| Make | Ford | Vauxhall |
| Model | Consul | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1508 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 202 HP |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2710 mm |
