1953 Ford Consul vs. 2005 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2005 Mazda Tribute is newer by 52 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 2,965 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Tribute (200 HP) has 160 more horse power than 1953 Ford Consul. (40 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1953 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 457 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mazda Tribute (262 Nm) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Ford Consul. (100 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Ford Consul. 2005 Mazda Tribute 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. 2005 Mazda Tribute will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Ford Consul | 2005 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Consul | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1508 cc | 2965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1507 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2680 mm |
