1963 Ford Consul vs. 1990 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 1990 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 27 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 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mercedes-Benz G (125 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1963 Ford Consul. (53 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 1963 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 998 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 1990 Mercedes-Benz G 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, 1990 Mercedes-Benz G 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, 1990 Mercedes-Benz G (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Ford Consul | 1990 Mercedes-Benz G | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Consul | G |
Year Released | 1963 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1340 cc | 2299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 65.1 mm | 80.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 882 kg | 1880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2410 mm |