1955 Ford Consul vs. 2009 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2009 Nissan Murano is newer by 54 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Murano (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1955 Ford Consul. (40 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Murano weights approximately 397 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, 2009 Nissan Murano, 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, 2009 Nissan Murano (336 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Ford Consul | 2009 Nissan Murano | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Consul | Murano |
Year Released | 1955 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1508 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1442 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2830 mm |