1954 Ford Consul vs. 2012 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2012 Honda Pilot is newer by 58 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Pilot (250 HP) has 210 more horse power than 1954 Ford Consul. (40 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Pilot weights approximately 903 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, 2012 Honda Pilot, 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, 2012 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Ford Consul. 2012 Honda Pilot 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. 2012 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Ford Consul | 2012 Honda Pilot | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Consul | Pilot |
Year Released | 1954 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1507 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 250 HP |
Torque | 100 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1948 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4862 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1994 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1847 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2774 mm |