1956 Ford Consul vs. 1992 Volvo 460
To start off, 1992 Volvo 460 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ford Consul would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Volvo 460 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Volvo 460 (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1956 Ford Consul. (51 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Volvo 460 should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Ford Consul weights approximately 36 kg more than 1992 Volvo 460.
Because 1956 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 1956 Ford Consul. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Volvo 460, 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, 1992 Volvo 460 (175 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Consul. (127 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1992 Volvo 460 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Ford Consul | 1992 Volvo 460 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Consul | 460 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1703 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 60 L |
