2009 Ford Escape vs. 1966 Ford Consul
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford Consul would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Escape (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1966 Ford Consul. (45 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Escape weights approximately 184 kg more than 1966 Ford Consul. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Ford Consul. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape 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, 2009 Ford Escape (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Consul. (85 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Escape | 1966 Ford Consul | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Escape | Consul |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 1181 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 782 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 40 L |
