1962 Ford Consul vs. 2004 SsangYong Korando

To start off, 2004 SsangYong Korando is newer by 42 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 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 SsangYong Korando (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1962 Ford Consul. (45 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1962 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 1083 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 2004 SsangYong Korando 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, 2004 SsangYong Korando 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, 2004 SsangYong Korando (210 Nm @ 2860 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Ford Consul. (85 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2004 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Ford Consul.

Compare all specifications:

1962 Ford Consul 2004 SsangYong Korando
Make Ford SsangYong
Model Consul Korando
Year Released 1962 2004
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1198 cc 2295 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 45 HP 141 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 85 Nm 210 Nm
Torque RPM 2700 RPM 2860 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81 mm 90.9 mm
Engine Stroke Size 58.2 mm 88.4 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 10.4:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 782 kg 1865 kg
Vehicle Length 4280 mm 4340 mm
Vehicle Width 1600 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1850 mm
Wheelbase Size 2500 mm 2490 mm


 

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