1962 Ford Consul vs. 1999 Mazda B2500
To start off, 1999 Mazda B2500 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Ford Consul would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mazda B2500 (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1962 Ford Consul. (45 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mazda B2500 should accelerate faster than 1962 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 958 kg more than 1962 Ford Consul. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Ford Consul. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Mazda B2500 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, 1999 Mazda B2500 (266 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Ford Consul. (85 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1999 Mazda B2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Ford Consul | 1999 Mazda B2500 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Consul | B2500 |
Year Released | 1962 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 266 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 782 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2990 mm |