1963 Ford Consul vs. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 42 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 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (270 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1963 Ford Consul. (53 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1963 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 1103 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, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (395 Nm) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ford Consul. (100 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Ford Consul | 2005 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Consul | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1340 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 395 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 882 kg | 1985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 82 L |
