1984 Ford Laser vs. 1956 Ford Consul
To start off, 1984 Ford Laser is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ford Consul would be higher. At 1,703 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Ford Consul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ford Laser (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1956 Ford Consul. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Ford Consul weights approximately 299 kg more than 1984 Ford Laser.
Because 1956 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 1956 Ford Consul. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Ford Laser, 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, 1956 Ford Consul (124 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Laser. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1956 Ford Consul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Laser | 1956 Ford Consul | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Laser | Consul |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1703 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1089 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2660 mm |
