1954 Ford Consul vs. 2007 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2007 Volvo XC90 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 2,401 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo XC90 (183 HP) has 143 more horse power than 1954 Ford Consul. (40 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 1135 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 2007 Volvo XC90 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, 2007 Volvo XC90 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, 2007 Volvo XC90 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo XC90 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 XC90 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Consul | XC90 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1507 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 183 HP |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 2180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2860 mm |
