1957 Ford Consul vs. 2010 Volvo S60
To start off, 2010 Volvo S60 is newer by 53 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo S60 (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1957 Ford Consul. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 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 2010 Volvo S60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Ford Consul. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Volvo S60 (440 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Consul. (124 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Consul. 2010 Volvo S60 has automatic transmission and 1957 Ford Consul has manual transmission. 1957 Ford Consul will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Volvo S60 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Ford Consul | 2010 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Ford | Volvo |
Model | Consul | S60 |
Year Released | 1957 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1702 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1089 kg | 1769 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4623 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1864 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 67 L |