1959 Ford Consul vs. 2004 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 45 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1959 Ford Consul. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1426 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 2004 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Ford Consul. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Consul. (124 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2004 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Consul. 2004 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 1959 Ford Consul has manual transmission. 1959 Ford Consul will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Consul | 2004 Land Rover Range Rover | |
Make | Ford | Land Rover |
Model | Consul | Range Rover |
Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1702 cc | 4398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 92.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 82.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1089 kg | 2515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2200 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 100 L |