1954 Ford Consul vs. 1986 Ford Falcon
To start off, 1986 Ford Falcon is newer by 32 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 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Falcon (120 HP) has 80 more horse power than 1954 Ford Consul. (40 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Falcon weights approximately 325 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1986 Ford Falcon (241 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Ford Consul | 1986 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Consul | Falcon |
Year Released | 1954 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1507 cc | 3273 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 120 HP |
Torque | 100 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2840 mm |