1964 Ford Consul vs. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ford Consul would be higher. At 4,197 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (385 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 340 more horse power than 1964 Ford Consul. (45 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 1964 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 1790 kg more than 1964 Ford Consul. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Ford Consul. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (550 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 465 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford Consul. (85 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Ford Consul | 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | |
Make | Ford | Land Rover |
Model | Consul | Range Rover Sport |
Year Released | 1964 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 4197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 782 kg | 2572 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 88 L |