1963 Ford Consul vs. 2009 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2009 Nissan Quest is newer by 46 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 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Quest (235 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1963 Ford Consul. (53 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1963 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Quest weights approximately 346 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, 2009 Nissan Quest, 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, 2009 Nissan Quest (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ford Consul. 2009 Nissan Quest has automatic transmission and 1963 Ford Consul has manual transmission. 1963 Ford Consul will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Nissan Quest will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Ford Consul | 2009 Nissan Quest | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Consul | Quest |
Year Released | 1963 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1340 cc | 3494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 882 kg | 1228 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3160 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 76 L |