1954 Ford Consul vs. 2008 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 54 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 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1663 kg more than 1954 Ford Consul.
Because 2008 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2008 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2008 Land Rover Discovery (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Ford Consul | 2008 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Ford | Land Rover |
| Model | Consul | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1507 cc | 2720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 2708 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2890 mm |
