1957 Ford Consul vs. 2002 Volvo S60
To start off, 2002 Volvo S60 is newer by 45 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 2,299 cc (5 cylinders), 2002 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volvo S60 (208 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1957 Ford Consul. (51 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volvo S60 weights approximately 680 kg more than 1957 Ford Consul. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Volvo S60 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Ford Consul. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Volvo S60 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, 2002 Volvo S60 (407 Nm) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Consul. (127 Nm). This means 2002 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ford Consul | 2002 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Consul | S60 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1701 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 70 L |
