1956 Ford Consul vs. 2009 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 53 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 3,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1956 Ford Consul. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Consul.
Because 2009 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder (391 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Consul. (124 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Consul. 2009 Nissan Pathfinder 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. 2009 Nissan Pathfinder will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Ford Consul | 2009 Nissan Pathfinder | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Consul | Pathfinder |
Year Released | 1956 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1703 cc | 3953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 391 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 80 L |