1954 Ford Consul vs. 1995 Ford Explorer
To start off, 1995 Ford Explorer is newer by 41 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 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Explorer (160 HP) has 120 more horse power than 1954 Ford Consul. (40 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 855 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Ford Explorer (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Ford Consul | 1995 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Consul | Explorer |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1507 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 160 HP |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2840 mm |
