1993 Dodge Stealth vs. 1959 Ford Consul
To start off, 1993 Dodge Stealth is newer by 34 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 2,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Dodge Stealth is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Dodge Stealth (282 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1959 Ford Consul. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Dodge Stealth should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Dodge Stealth weights approximately 641 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 1993 Dodge Stealth is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Ford Consul. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Dodge Stealth will offer significantly more control. 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, 1993 Dodge Stealth (428 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Consul. (124 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1993 Dodge Stealth will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Dodge Stealth | 1959 Ford Consul | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Stealth | Consul |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2971 cc | 1702 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 428 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1089 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2660 mm |
