1952 Ford Consul vs. 2004 Ford Escape
To start off, 2004 Ford Escape is newer by 52 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 2,981 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Escape (201 HP) has 161 more horse power than 1952 Ford Consul. (40 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1952 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Escape weights approximately 473 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 2004 Ford Escape 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, 2004 Ford Escape 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, 2004 Ford Escape (257 Nm) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Ford Consul. (100 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Ford Consul | 2004 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Consul | Escape |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1508 cc | 2981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 201 HP |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1518 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2630 mm |
