1953 Ford Consul vs. 2011 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2011 Toyota Venza is newer by 58 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 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Venza (182 HP) has 142 more horse power than 1953 Ford Consul. (40 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 1953 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Venza weights approximately 656 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 2011 Toyota Venza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Ford Consul. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Venza will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Toyota Venza (246 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Ford Consul. 2011 Toyota Venza 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. 2011 Toyota Venza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Ford Consul | 2011 Toyota Venza | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Consul | Venza |
Year Released | 1953 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1508 cc | 2700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 182 HP |
Torque | 100 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1706 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4801 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2776 mm |