1956 Ford Consul vs. 1997 Opel Frontera
To start off, 1997 Opel Frontera is newer by 41 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 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Opel Frontera (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1956 Ford Consul. (51 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Opel Frontera weights approximately 553 kg more than 1956 Ford Consul. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Ford Consul. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Opel Frontera 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, 1997 Opel Frontera (203 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Consul. (127 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1997 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Ford Consul | 1997 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Consul | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1703 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 1639 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2710 mm |
