1959 Ford Consul vs. 2005 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2005 Nissan Murano 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 3,505 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Murano (245 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1959 Ford Consul. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Murano weights approximately 710 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 Nissan Murano 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 Nissan Murano 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 Nissan Murano (334 Nm) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Consul. (124 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Consul | 2005 Nissan Murano | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Consul | Murano |
Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1702 cc | 3505 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 245 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 334 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 81 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1089 kg | 1799 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 82 L |