1959 Ford Consul vs. 1985 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1985 Toyota Camry is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Consul would be higher. At 1,832 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Toyota Camry (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1959 Ford Consul. (51 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Consul.
Because 1959 Ford Consul is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Ford Consul. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Toyota Camry, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1985 Toyota Camry (143 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Consul. (127 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1985 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Consul | 1985 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Consul | Camry |
Year Released | 1959 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1703 cc | 1832 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2610 mm |