1959 Ford Consul vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor is newer by 46 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 3,827 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor (212 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1959 Ford Consul. (51 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor weights approximately 770 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 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor 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, 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor 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, 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor (339 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Consul. (127 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Consul. 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor 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. 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ford Consul | 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Consul | Endeavor |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1703 cc | 3827 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2770 mm |
