1967 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1998 Ford Contour

To start off, 1998 Ford Contour is newer by 31 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 4,958 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Chevrolet Camaro (290 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1998 Ford Contour. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Contour.

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, 1998 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 (393 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Contour. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1967 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Contour.

Compare all specifications:

1967 Chevrolet Camaro 1998 Ford Contour
Make Chevrolet Ford
Model Camaro Contour
Year Released 1967 1998
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4958 cc 1989 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 290 HP 128 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 393 Nm 180 Nm
Torque RPM 4200 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 101.7 mm 84.9 mm
Engine Stroke Size 76.3 mm 88 mm
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 4700 mm 4680 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1300 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 2750 mm 2710 mm


 

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