1954 Ford Consul vs. 2011 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2011 Nissan Frontier is newer by 57 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Frontier (261 HP) has 221 more horse power than 1954 Ford Consul. (40 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Consul.
Because 2011 Nissan Frontier 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, 2011 Nissan Frontier 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, 2011 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Ford Consul | 2011 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Consul | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1507 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 261 HP |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3200 mm |
