1952 Ford Consul vs. 2005 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Korando is newer by 53 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 2,293 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Korando (148 HP) has 108 more horse power than 1952 Ford Consul. (40 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1952 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 795 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 SsangYong Korando (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Ford Consul. 2005 SsangYong Korando has automatic transmission and 1952 Ford Consul has manual transmission. 1952 Ford Consul will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 SsangYong Korando will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Ford Consul | 2005 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | Consul | Korando |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1508 cc | 2293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2490 mm |
