1954 Ford Consul vs. 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Ford Consul would be higher. At 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster (163 HP) has 123 more horse power than 1954 Ford Consul. (40 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 775 kg more than 1954 Ford Consul. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Ford Consul. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster 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, 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster (393 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Ford Consul | 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
| Make | Ford | Plymouth |
| Model | Consul | Trail Duster |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1507 cc | 6555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 163 HP |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2700 mm |
