1953 Ford Consul vs. 2002 Renault Avantime
To start off, 2002 Renault Avantime is newer by 49 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 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Renault Avantime is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Avantime (207 HP) has 167 more horse power than 1953 Ford Consul. (40 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Avantime should accelerate faster than 1953 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Avantime weights approximately 650 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, 2002 Renault Avantime, 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, 2002 Renault Avantime (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Avantime will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Ford Consul. 2002 Renault Avantime has automatic transmission and 1953 Ford Consul has manual transmission. 1953 Ford Consul will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Renault Avantime will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Ford Consul | 2002 Renault Avantime | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Consul | Avantime |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1508 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 207 HP |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2670 mm |
