1963 Ford Consul vs. 1998 Mazda 626
To start off, 1998 Mazda 626 is newer by 35 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), 1998 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mazda 626 (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1963 Ford Consul. (53 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1963 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mazda 626 weights approximately 323 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Mazda 626 (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Ford Consul | 1998 Mazda 626 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Consul | 626 |
Year Released | 1963 | 1998 |
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 | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 882 kg | 1205 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2620 mm |