1952 Ford Consul vs. 2008 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2008 Nissan Quest is newer by 56 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 3,492 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Quest (235 HP) has 195 more horse power than 1952 Ford Consul. (40 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1952 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Quest weights approximately 1360 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 2008 Nissan Quest 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, 2008 Nissan Quest 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, 2008 Nissan Quest (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Ford Consul. 2008 Nissan Quest 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. 2008 Nissan Quest will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Ford Consul | 2008 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Consul | Quest |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1508 cc | 3492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 235 HP |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 2405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3160 mm |
