1953 Ford Consul vs. 2006 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2006 Volvo XC70 is newer by 53 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 2,501 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo XC70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo XC70 (408 HP) has 368 more horse power than 1953 Ford Consul. (40 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 1953 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 685 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, 2006 Volvo XC70, 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, 2006 Volvo XC70 (541 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 441 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Ford Consul. 2006 Volvo XC70 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. 2006 Volvo XC70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Ford Consul | 2006 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Consul | XC70 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1508 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 408 HP |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 541 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2770 mm |
