1962 Ford Consul vs. 2006 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder 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 3,949 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1962 Ford Consul. (45 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1962 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 758 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 Nissan Pathfinder 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 Nissan Pathfinder 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 Nissan Pathfinder (395 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Ford Consul. (85 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Ford Consul | 2006 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Consul | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 3949 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 395 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 782 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2860 mm |
