1953 Ford Consul vs. 2003 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2003 Honda Pilot is newer by 50 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Pilot (240 HP) has 200 more horse power than 1953 Ford Consul. (40 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1953 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Pilot weights approximately 64 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, 2003 Honda Pilot, 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, 2003 Honda Pilot (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Ford Consul. 2003 Honda Pilot 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. 2003 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Ford Consul | 2003 Honda Pilot | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Consul | Pilot |
Year Released | 1953 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1508 cc | 3474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 240 HP |
Torque | 100 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1114 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2710 mm |