1956 Ford Consul vs. 2002 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 2002 Nissan Terrano II is newer by 46 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 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Nissan Terrano II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan Terrano II (143 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1956 Ford Consul. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Terrano II should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 781 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 2002 Nissan Terrano II 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, 2002 Nissan Terrano II 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, 2002 Nissan Terrano II (334 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Consul. (124 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan Terrano II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Ford Consul | 2002 Nissan Terrano II | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Consul | Terrano II |
Year Released | 1956 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1703 cc | 2956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 96.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 17.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1089 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 80 L |