1962 Ford Consul vs. 2006 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2006 GMC Envoy is newer by 44 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 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Envoy (300 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 1962 Ford Consul. (45 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1962 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1653 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 2006 GMC Envoy 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, 2006 GMC Envoy 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, 2006 GMC Envoy (447 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 362 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Ford Consul. (85 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Ford Consul | 2006 GMC Envoy | |
Make | Ford | GMC |
Model | Consul | Envoy |
Year Released | 1962 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 5359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58.2 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 782 kg | 2435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3280 mm |