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 |