1954 Ford Consul vs. 1990 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1990 Ford Mustang is newer by 36 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 2,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Mustang (105 HP) has 65 more horse power than 1954 Ford Consul. (40 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Mustang weights approximately 215 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, 1990 Ford Mustang (183 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Ford Consul | 1990 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Consul | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1507 cc | 2301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 105 HP |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2560 mm |
