1964 Ford Consul vs. 2009 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2009 Honda CR-V is newer by 45 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 2,353 cc, 2009 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda CR-V (164 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1964 Ford Consul. (45 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1964 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda CR-V weights approximately 679 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 1964 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 1964 Ford Consul. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda CR-V, 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 Honda CR-V (220 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford Consul. (85 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2009 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Ford Consul | 2009 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Consul | CR-V |
Year Released | 1964 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 2353 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 164 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 782 kg | 1461 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 58 L |