1963 Ford Consul vs. 1999 Suzuki X90
To start off, 1999 Suzuki X90 is newer by 36 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 1,589 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Suzuki X90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Suzuki X90 (96 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1963 Ford Consul. (45 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Suzuki X90 should accelerate faster than 1963 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Suzuki X90 weights approximately 318 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 1999 Suzuki X90 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, 1999 Suzuki X90 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, 1999 Suzuki X90 (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ford Consul. (85 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1999 Suzuki X90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Ford Consul | 1999 Suzuki X90 | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Consul | X90 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.2 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 782 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2210 mm |
