1954 Ford Consul vs. 2006 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2006 Nissan Titan is newer by 52 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 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Titan (305 HP) has 265 more horse power than 1954 Ford Consul. (40 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Titan weights approximately 1271 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 2006 Nissan Titan 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, 2006 Nissan Titan 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, 2006 Nissan Titan (514 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 414 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Ford Consul | 2006 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Consul | Titan |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1507 cc | 5556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 305 HP |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 514 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 2316 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3560 mm |
