1953 Ford Consul vs. 1984 Ford Escort
To start off, 1984 Ford Escort is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Ford Consul would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ford Escort (78 HP) has 38 more horse power than 1953 Ford Consul. (40 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1953 Ford Consul.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Ford Escort (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Ford Consul | 1984 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Consul | Escort |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1508 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 78 HP |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |
