1954 Ford Consul vs. 2004 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2004 GMC Yukon is newer by 50 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 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Yukon (286 HP) has 246 more horse power than 1954 Ford Consul. (40 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1121 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, 2004 GMC Yukon (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Ford Consul. 2004 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 1954 Ford Consul has manual transmission. 1954 Ford Consul will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Ford Consul | 2004 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Consul | Yukon |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1507 cc | 5328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 286 HP |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 2166 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3280 mm |
