1958 Ford Consul vs. 1984 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1984 Toyota Camry is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford Consul would be higher. At 1,832 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Toyota Camry (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1958 Ford Consul. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Ford Consul weights approximately 39 kg more than 1984 Toyota Camry.
Because 1958 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 1958 Ford Consul. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Toyota Camry, 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, 1984 Toyota Camry (145 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Consul. (124 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1984 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Ford Consul | 1984 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Consul | Camry |
Year Released | 1958 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1702 cc | 1832 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1089 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2610 mm |