1962 Ford Consul vs. 2005 Lada Oka
To start off, 2005 Lada Oka is newer by 43 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 1,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Ford Consul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Ford Consul (45 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 Lada Oka. (30 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Ford Consul should accelerate faster than 2005 Lada Oka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Ford Consul weights approximately 146 kg more than 2005 Lada Oka. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Ford Consul is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1962 Ford Consul. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Lada Oka, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1962 Ford Consul (85 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lada Oka. (46 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1962 Ford Consul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lada Oka.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Ford Consul | 2005 Lada Oka | |
| Make | Ford | Lada |
| Model | Consul | Oka |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 644 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 46 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 782 kg | 636 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2190 mm |
