1953 Ford Consul vs. 1994 Toyota Previa
To start off, 1994 Toyota Previa is newer by 41 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 2,438 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Toyota Previa (132 HP) has 92 more horse power than 1953 Ford Consul. (40 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 1953 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota Previa weights approximately 565 kg more than 1953 Ford Consul. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 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 1953 Ford Consul. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Toyota Previa, 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, 1994 Toyota Previa (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1994 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Ford Consul | 1994 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Consul | Previa |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1508 cc | 2438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 132 HP |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2530 mm |
