2002 Ford Explorer vs. 1956 Ford Consul
To start off, 2002 Ford Explorer is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ford Consul would be higher. At 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1956 Ford Consul. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Explorer weights approximately 850 kg more than 1956 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, 2002 Ford Explorer (335 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Consul. (124 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ford Explorer | 1956 Ford Consul | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Explorer | Consul |
Year Released | 2002 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4009 cc | 1703 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 335 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.4 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 7.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1939 kg | 1089 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 47 L |