1986 Dodge Charger vs. 1959 Ford Consul
To start off, 1986 Dodge Charger is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Consul would be higher. At 1,703 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Ford Consul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Dodge Charger (62 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1959 Ford Consul. (51 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ford Consul weights approximately 30 kg more than 1986 Dodge Charger.
Because 1959 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 1959 Ford Consul. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Dodge Charger, 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, 1959 Ford Consul (127 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Dodge Charger. (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1959 Ford Consul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Dodge Charger | 1959 Ford Consul | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Charger | Consul |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1592 cc | 1703 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2660 mm |
