1994 Ford Laser vs. 1958 Ford Consul
To start off, 1994 Ford Laser is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford Consul would be higher. At 1,702 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Ford Consul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Laser (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1958 Ford Consul. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Ford Consul weights approximately 84 kg more than 1994 Ford Laser.
Because 1958 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 1958 Ford Consul. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Ford Laser, 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, 1958 Ford Consul (124 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Laser. (123 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1958 Ford Consul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Ford Laser | 1958 Ford Consul | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Laser | Consul |
Year Released | 1994 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1702 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1089 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2660 mm |