1959 Ford Consul vs. 1986 Renault 21
To start off, 1986 Renault 21 is newer by 27 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 1,719 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Renault 21 (87 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1959 Ford Consul. (51 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Renault 21 should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ford Consul weights approximately 50 kg more than 1986 Renault 21.
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, 1986 Renault 21, 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, 1986 Renault 21 (138 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Consul. (127 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1986 Renault 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Consul | 1986 Renault 21 | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Consul | 21 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1703 cc | 1719 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 83.5 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 34 L |