1958 Ford Consul vs. 1996 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 1996 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 38 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 2,982 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota 4Runner (123 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1958 Ford Consul. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 761 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 1996 Toyota 4Runner 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, 1996 Toyota 4Runner 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, 1996 Toyota 4Runner (295 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Consul. (124 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Ford Consul | 1996 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Consul | 4Runner |
Year Released | 1958 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1702 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 295 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 103 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1089 kg | 1850 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |