1957 Ford Consul vs. 1994 Renault 21
To start off, 1994 Renault 21 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ford Consul would be higher. At 1,719 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Renault 21 (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1957 Ford Consul. (51 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Renault 21 should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Ford Consul weights approximately 125 kg more than 1994 Renault 21.
Because 1957 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 1957 Ford Consul. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Renault 21, 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, 1994 Renault 21 (129 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Consul. (127 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1994 Renault 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Ford Consul | 1994 Renault 21 | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Consul | 21 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1701 cc | 1719 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 129 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 83.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 55 L |