1991 Buick Roadmaster vs. 1953 Ford Consul
To start off, 1991 Buick Roadmaster is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Ford Consul would be higher. At 5,731 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Buick Roadmaster (177 HP) has 137 more horse power than 1953 Ford Consul. (40 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 1953 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 790 kg more than 1953 Ford Consul. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1991 Buick Roadmaster (393 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1991 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Ford Consul. 1991 Buick Roadmaster has automatic transmission and 1953 Ford Consul has manual transmission. 1953 Ford Consul will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Buick Roadmaster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Buick Roadmaster | 1953 Ford Consul | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Roadmaster | Consul |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5731 cc | 1508 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 40 HP |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2550 mm |
