1959 Ford Consul vs. 2004 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 2004 Nissan Terrano II 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 2,388 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Terrano II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Terrano II (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1959 Ford Consul. (51 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Terrano II should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 545 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 Nissan Terrano II 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 Nissan Terrano II 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 Nissan Terrano II (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Consul. (127 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2004 Nissan Terrano II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ford Consul | 2004 Nissan Terrano II | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Consul | Terrano II |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1703 cc | 2388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2660 mm |
