1966 Ford Consul vs. 2005 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2005 Nissan Armada is newer by 39 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 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1966 Ford Consul. (45 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1606 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 437 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Consul. (85 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford Consul | 2005 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Consul | Armada |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1181 cc | 5556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.2 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 782 kg | 2388 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 106 L |
