1956 Ford Consul vs. 2013 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 57 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder (256 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1956 Ford Consul. (51 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 905 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 2013 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, 2013 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, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Consul. (127 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Ford Consul | 2013 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Consul | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1703 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 1991 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5009 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1961 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1783 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 74 L |
