1963 Ford Consul vs. 2004 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2004 SsangYong Korando is newer by 41 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 SsangYong Korando (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1963 Ford Consul. (45 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1963 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 1069 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 2004 SsangYong Korando 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, 2004 SsangYong Korando 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, 2004 SsangYong Korando (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ford Consul. (85 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2004 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Ford Consul | 2004 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Ford | SsangYong |
Model | Consul | Korando |
Year Released | 1963 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 256 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58.2 mm | 92.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 782 kg | 1851 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |