1963 Ford Consul vs. 1985 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 1985 Nissan Patrol is newer by 22 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 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Nissan Patrol (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1963 Ford Consul. (45 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1963 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1293 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 1985 Nissan Patrol 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, 1985 Nissan Patrol 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, 1985 Nissan Patrol (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ford Consul. (85 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1985 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Ford Consul | 1985 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Consul | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 3246 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 782 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2980 mm |
