1962 Ford Consul vs. 2006 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2006 Toyota Highlander 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 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Highlander (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1962 Ford Consul. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1962 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 473 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 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, 2006 Toyota Highlander, 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, 2006 Toyota Highlander (302 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Ford Consul | 2006 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Consul | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1340 cc | 3310 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 882 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 72 L |
