2004 Dodge Durango vs. 1952 Ford Consul
To start off, 2004 Dodge Durango is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Ford Consul would be higher. At 3,704 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Durango (210 HP) has 170 more horse power than 1952 Ford Consul. (40 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1952 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Durango weights approximately 1074 kg more than 1952 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, 2004 Dodge Durango (319 Nm) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Ford Consul. (100 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Durango | 1952 Ford Consul | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Durango | Consul |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3704 cc | 1508 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 40 HP |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2119 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2550 mm |
