1952 Ford Consul vs. 2009 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2009 Nissan Navara is newer by 57 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Navara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Navara (172 HP) has 132 more horse power than 1952 Ford Consul. (40 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 1952 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Navara weights approximately 987 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 2009 Nissan Navara 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, 2009 Nissan Navara 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, 2009 Nissan Navara (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Ford Consul. 2009 Nissan Navara 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. 2009 Nissan Navara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Ford Consul | 2009 Nissan Navara | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Consul | Navara |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1508 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 172 HP |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 2032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3210 mm |
