1955 Ford Consul vs. 2008 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2008 Nissan Titan is newer by 53 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 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Titan (318 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 278 more horse power than 1955 Ford Consul. (40 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Consul.
Because 2008 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Ford Consul. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Titan 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 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 422 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Ford Consul. 2008 Nissan Titan has automatic transmission and 1955 Ford Consul has manual transmission. 1955 Ford Consul will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Ford Consul | 2008 Nissan Titan | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Consul | Titan |
Year Released | 1955 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1508 cc | 5552 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 318 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3560 mm |