1994 Chrysler Voyager vs. 1955 Ford Consul
To start off, 1994 Chrysler Voyager is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Ford Consul would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Chrysler Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Chrysler Voyager (116 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1955 Ford Consul. (40 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chrysler Voyager should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 685 kg more than 1955 Ford Consul. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 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 1955 Ford Consul. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Chrysler Voyager, 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, 1994 Chrysler Voyager (250 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1994 Chrysler Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Chrysler Voyager | 1955 Ford Consul | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Voyager | Consul |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1508 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1550 mm |
