1955 Ford Consul vs. 1990 Mercury Capri
To start off, 1990 Mercury Capri is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Ford Consul would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Mercury Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mercury Capri (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1955 Ford Consul. (40 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercury Capri should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mercury Capri weights approximately 65 kg more than 1955 Ford Consul. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 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 1955 Ford Consul. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Mercury Capri, 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, 1990 Mercury Capri (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1990 Mercury Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Ford Consul | 1990 Mercury Capri | |
Make | Ford | Mercury |
Model | Consul | Capri |
Year Released | 1955 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1508 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |