1962 Ford Consul vs. 2010 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2010 Nissan Frontier is newer by 48 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 3,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1962 Ford Consul. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1962 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 560 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 2010 Nissan Frontier 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, 2010 Nissan Frontier 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, 2010 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Ford Consul. 2010 Nissan Frontier has automatic transmission and 1962 Ford Consul has manual transmission. 1962 Ford Consul will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Nissan Frontier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Ford Consul | 2010 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Consul | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1340 cc | 3953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 882 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 80 L |
