2009 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 1963 Ford Consul
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ford Consul would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 1963 Ford Consul. (53 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1963 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 1259 kg more than 1963 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, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ford Consul. 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche has automatic transmission and 1963 Ford Consul has manual transmission. 1963 Ford Consul will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche | 1963 Ford Consul | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Avalanche | Consul |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 1340 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 882 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 40 L |
