1958 Ford Consul vs. 2005 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2005 Toyota RAV4 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota RAV4 (145 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1958 Ford Consul. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 221 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 Toyota RAV4 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 Toyota RAV4 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 Toyota RAV4 (201 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Consul. (124 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Ford Consul | 2005 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Consul | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1958 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1702 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 201 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2320 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 57 L |