1959 Ford Consul vs. 1990 Plymouth Laser
To start off, 1990 Plymouth Laser is newer by 31 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 1,755 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Plymouth Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Plymouth Laser (91 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1959 Ford Consul. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Plymouth Laser should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Plymouth Laser weights approximately 61 kg more than 1959 Ford Consul. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1990 Plymouth Laser, 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, 1990 Plymouth Laser (142 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Consul. (124 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1990 Plymouth Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Consul | 1990 Plymouth Laser | |
Make | Ford | Plymouth |
Model | Consul | Laser |
Year Released | 1959 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1702 cc | 1755 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1089 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2480 mm |