1962 Ford Consul vs. 2001 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2001 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 39 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Nissan X-Trail (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1962 Ford Consul. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1962 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 608 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 2001 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2001 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2001 Nissan X-Trail (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Ford Consul | 2001 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Consul | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1340 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65.1 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 882 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 60 L |
