1958 Ford Consul vs. 2007 Volkswagen Multivan
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Multivan is newer by 49 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 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Multivan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Multivan (232 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1958 Ford Consul. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Multivan should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Multivan weights approximately 1210 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 2007 Volkswagen Multivan 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, 2007 Volkswagen Multivan 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, 2007 Volkswagen Multivan (315 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Consul. (124 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Multivan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ford Consul | 2007 Volkswagen Multivan | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Consul | Multivan |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1702 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1089 kg | 2299 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 80 L |
