1958 Ford Consul vs. 1985 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 1985 Pontiac Grand Am is newer by 27 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 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Pontiac Grand Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Pontiac Grand Am (90 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1958 Ford Consul. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Pontiac Grand Am weights approximately 41 kg more than 1958 Ford Consul. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1985 Pontiac Grand Am, 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, 1985 Pontiac Grand Am (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Consul. (124 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1985 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Consul. 1985 Pontiac Grand Am has automatic transmission and 1958 Ford Consul has manual transmission. 1958 Ford Consul will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Pontiac Grand Am will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Ford Consul | 1985 Pontiac Grand Am | |
Make | Ford | Pontiac |
Model | Consul | Grand Am |
Year Released | 1958 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1702 cc | 2471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 179 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 76.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1089 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2630 mm |