1956 Ford Consul vs. 2010 Renault Duster
To start off, 2010 Renault Duster is newer by 54 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 1,703 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Ford Consul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Renault Duster (104 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1956 Ford Consul. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Renault Duster should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Renault Duster weights approximately 111 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 2010 Renault Duster 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, 2010 Renault Duster 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, 2010 Renault Duster (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Consul. (124 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2010 Renault Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Ford Consul | 2010 Renault Duster | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Consul | Duster |
Year Released | 1956 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1703 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 128 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
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 | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4315 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1822 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2673 mm |