2004 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1959 Ford Consul
To start off, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 45 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 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country (220 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1959 Ford Consul. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 765 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 1959 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 1959 Ford Consul. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country, 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, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country (339 Nm) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Consul. (124 Nm). This means 2004 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chrysler Town & Country | 1959 Ford Consul | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Town & Country | Consul |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 1702 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1854 kg | 1089 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3190 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 47 L |
