1966 Ford Consul vs. 1996 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 1996 Nissan Patrol is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford Consul would be higher. At 2,825 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan Patrol (114 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1966 Ford Consul. (45 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1100 kg more than 1966 Ford Consul. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 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 1966 Ford Consul. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Patrol, 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, 1996 Nissan Patrol (225 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Consul. (85 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Ford Consul | 1996 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Consul | Patrol |
Year Released | 1966 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1181 cc | 2825 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 782 kg | 1882 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1820 mm |