1963 Ford Consul vs. 1992 Pontiac Sunbird
To start off, 1992 Pontiac Sunbird is newer by 29 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Pontiac Sunbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Pontiac Sunbird (111 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1963 Ford Consul. (53 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Pontiac Sunbird should accelerate faster than 1963 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Pontiac Sunbird weights approximately 245 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 1963 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 1963 Ford Consul. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Pontiac Sunbird, 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, 1992 Pontiac Sunbird (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 Pontiac Sunbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Ford Consul | 1992 Pontiac Sunbird | |
| Make | Ford | Pontiac |
| Model | Consul | Sunbird |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1340 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 882 kg | 1127 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2580 mm |
