1987 Chrysler Conquest vs. 1959 Ford Consul
To start off, 1987 Chrysler Conquest is newer by 28 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 2,555 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Chrysler Conquest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Chrysler Conquest (185 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1959 Ford Consul. (51 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Chrysler Conquest should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Chrysler Conquest weights approximately 245 kg more than 1959 Ford Consul. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1987 Chrysler Conquest, 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, 1987 Chrysler Conquest (318 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Consul. (127 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1987 Chrysler Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Chrysler Conquest | 1959 Ford Consul | |
Make | Chrysler | Ford |
Model | Conquest | Consul |
Year Released | 1987 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2555 cc | 1703 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 318 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2660 mm |