1954 Ford Consul vs. 2008 Opel Antara
To start off, 2008 Opel Antara 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 3,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Antara (224 HP) has 184 more horse power than 1954 Ford Consul. (40 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Antara weights approximately 800 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 2008 Opel Antara 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 Opel Antara 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 Opel Antara (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Ford Consul. 2008 Opel Antara 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. 2008 Opel Antara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Ford Consul | 2008 Opel Antara | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Consul | Antara |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1507 cc | 3194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 224 HP |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2710 mm |
