1957 Ford Consul vs. 2005 Nissan Terrano
To start off, 2005 Nissan Terrano is newer by 48 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 2,664 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Terrano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Terrano (123 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1957 Ford Consul. (51 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Terrano should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 870 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 2005 Nissan Terrano 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, 2005 Nissan Terrano 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, 2005 Nissan Terrano (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Consul. (127 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Terrano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ford Consul | 2005 Nissan Terrano | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Consul | Terrano |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1701 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 96.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 80 L |
