1956 Ford Consul vs. 2008 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2008 Nissan Xterra is newer by 52 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Xterra (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1956 Ford Consul. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Ford Consul weights approximately 12 kg more than 2008 Nissan Xterra.
Because 2008 Nissan Xterra 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, 2008 Nissan Xterra 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, 2008 Nissan Xterra (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Consul. (124 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Ford Consul | 2008 Nissan Xterra | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Consul | Xterra |
Year Released | 1956 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1703 cc | 3954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 9.7:1 |
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 | 1077 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 80 L |