2008 Dodge Nitro vs. 1957 Ford Consul
To start off, 2008 Dodge Nitro is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ford Consul would be higher. At 3,699 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Nitro (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1957 Ford Consul. (51 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 280 kg more than 1957 Ford Consul. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Dodge Nitro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Ford Consul. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Nitro will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Dodge Nitro (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Consul. (127 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dodge Nitro | 1957 Ford Consul | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Nitro | Consul |
Year Released | 2008 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3699 cc | 1701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 47 L |