1958 Ford Consul vs. 2005 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2005 Nissan Armada is newer by 47 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 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1958 Ford Consul. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1387 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 2005 Nissan Armada 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, 2005 Nissan Armada 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, 2005 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 398 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Consul. (124 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ford Consul | 2005 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Consul | Armada |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1702 cc | 5556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1089 kg | 2476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 2010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 106 L |
