1958 Ford Consul vs. 1991 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 1991 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 33 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 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercedes-Benz G (125 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1958 Ford Consul. (51 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 800 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 1991 Mercedes-Benz G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Ford Consul. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz G 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, 1991 Mercedes-Benz G (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Consul. (127 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1991 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ford Consul | 1991 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Consul | G |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1702 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 80.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |
