1956 Ford Consul vs. 2004 Volvo V70
To start off, 2004 Volvo V70 is newer by 48 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 2,520 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volvo V70 (208 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1956 Ford Consul. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volvo V70 weights approximately 571 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 2004 Volvo V70 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, 2004 Volvo V70 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, 2004 Volvo V70 (340 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Consul. (124 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2004 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Ford Consul | 2004 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Ford | Volvo |
Model | Consul | V70 |
Year Released | 1956 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1703 cc | 2520 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1089 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 80 L |