1967 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1993 Ford Contour
To start off, 1993 Ford Contour is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Chevrolet Camaro (276 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1993 Ford Contour. (168 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Contour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 2 kg more than 1993 Ford Contour. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Chevrolet Camaro is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Ford Contour, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1967 Chevrolet Camaro (481 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Contour. (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1967 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Contour.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Chevrolet Camaro | 1993 Ford Contour | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Camaro | Contour |
Year Released | 1967 | 1993 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 2544 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 481 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 82.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1313 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2710 mm |