1952 Ford Consul vs. 2004 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Passat 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Passat (123 HP) has 83 more horse power than 1952 Ford Consul. (40 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1952 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 340 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 Volkswagen Passat 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 Volkswagen Passat 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 Volkswagen Passat (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Ford Consul | 2004 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Consul | Passat |
Year Released | 1952 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1508 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 123 HP |
Torque | 100 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2710 mm |