1963 Ford Consul vs. 1984 Jeep CJ7
To start off, 1984 Jeep CJ7 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ford Consul would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Jeep CJ7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Jeep CJ7 (85 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1963 Ford Consul. (53 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Jeep CJ7 should accelerate faster than 1963 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Jeep CJ7 weights approximately 408 kg more than 1963 Ford Consul. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Jeep CJ7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Ford Consul. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Jeep CJ7 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, 1984 Jeep CJ7 (150 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1984 Jeep CJ7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Ford Consul | 1984 Jeep CJ7 | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Consul | CJ7 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1340 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 882 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2380 mm |
