1955 Ford Consul vs. 1991 Renault Espace
To start off, 1991 Renault Espace is newer by 36 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Renault Espace (89 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1955 Ford Consul. (40 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Renault Espace weights approximately 505 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, 1991 Renault Espace, 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, 1991 Renault Espace (182 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1991 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Ford Consul | 1991 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Consul | Espace |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1508 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2590 mm |
