2004 Ford Econoline vs. 1959 Ford Consul
To start off, 2004 Ford Econoline 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 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Econoline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Econoline (197 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1959 Ford Consul. (51 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Econoline should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Econoline weights approximately 1245 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.
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 Ford Econoline (338 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Consul. (127 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Econoline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Econoline | 1959 Ford Consul | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Econoline | Consul |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1703 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2325 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2660 mm |
