1954 Ford Consul vs. 2007 Volvo V70
To start off, 2007 Volvo V70 is newer by 53 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 1,984 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo V70 (179 HP) has 139 more horse power than 1954 Ford Consul. (40 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo V70 weights approximately 564 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 1954 Ford Consul is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1954 Ford Consul. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V70, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Volvo V70 (240 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Ford Consul | 2007 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Consul | V70 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1507 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 179 HP |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1609 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2760 mm |
