1970 Ford Cortina vs. 1993 Ford Contour

To start off, 1993 Ford Contour is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Contour (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1970 Ford Cortina. (97 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Contour weights approximately 240 kg more than 1970 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1970 Ford Cortina 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 1970 Ford Cortina. 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, 1993 Ford Contour (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Cortina. (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Cortina.

Compare all specifications:

1970 Ford Cortina 1993 Ford Contour
Make Ford Ford
Model Cortina Contour
Year Released 1970 1993
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1993 cc 1988 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 97 HP 129 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 151 Nm 180 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 90.8 mm 84.8 mm
Engine Stroke Size 77 mm 88 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1002 kg 1242 kg
Vehicle Length 4280 mm 4680 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 2590 mm 2710 mm


 

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