1956 Ford Consul vs. 2005 Volvo S80
To start off, 2005 Volvo S80 is newer by 49 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 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo S80 (268 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1956 Ford Consul. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo S80 weights approximately 590 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 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, 2005 Volvo S80, 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, 2005 Volvo S80 (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Consul. (124 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Consul. 2005 Volvo S80 has automatic transmission and 1956 Ford Consul has manual transmission. 1956 Ford Consul will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Volvo S80 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Ford Consul | 2005 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Consul | S80 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1703 cc | 2922 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 128 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1089 kg | 1679 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 80 L |
