1959 Ford Consul vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero 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 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero (200 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1959 Ford Consul. (51 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 1055 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 Pajero 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 Pajero 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 Pajero (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Consul. (127 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Consul | 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
Model | Consul | Pajero |
Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1703 cc | 3497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 85.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 2135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 90 L |