1958 Ford Consul vs. 2012 Renault Duster
To start off, 2012 Renault Duster is newer by 54 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 1,702 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Ford Consul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Renault Duster (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1958 Ford Consul. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Renault Duster should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Renault Duster weights approximately 111 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 2012 Renault Duster 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, 2012 Renault Duster 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, 2012 Renault Duster (177 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Consul. (124 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2012 Renault Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Ford Consul | 2012 Renault Duster | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Consul | Duster |
Year Released | 1958 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1702 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 1750 RPM |
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 | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4315 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1822 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2673 mm |