1958 Ford Consul vs. 2008 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2008 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 50 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota 4Runner (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1958 Ford Consul. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 371 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 2008 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, 2008 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, 2008 Toyota 4Runner (361 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Consul. (124 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Consul. 2008 Toyota 4Runner has automatic transmission and 1958 Ford Consul has manual transmission. 1958 Ford Consul will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Toyota 4Runner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ford Consul | 2008 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Consul | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1702 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 236 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1089 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 87 L |
