1952 Ford Consul vs. 2006 Ford Escape
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 54 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 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Escape (153 HP) has 113 more horse power than 1952 Ford Consul. (40 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1952 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Escape 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.
Because 1952 Ford Consul is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1952 Ford Consul. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Ford Escape (207 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 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 | 2006 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Consul | Escape |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1508 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 153 HP |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2630 mm |
