1957 Ford Consul vs. 1994 Renault Express
To start off, 1994 Renault Express 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 1,702 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Ford Consul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ford Consul (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1994 Renault Express. (45 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ford Consul should accelerate faster than 1994 Renault Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Ford Consul weights approximately 269 kg more than 1994 Renault Express. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Express, 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, 1957 Ford Consul (124 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Renault Express. (79 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1957 Ford Consul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Renault Express.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Ford Consul | 1994 Renault Express | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Consul | Express |
Year Released | 1957 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1702 cc | 1108 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 45 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 79 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 72 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1089 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2590 mm |