1975 Avanti Avanti vs. 1997 Ford Contour
To start off, 1997 Ford Contour is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,570 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Contour (200 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1975 Avanti Avanti. (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 1975 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 190 kg more than 1997 Ford Contour.
Because 1975 Avanti Avanti 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 1975 Avanti Avanti. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1975 Avanti Avanti (443 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Contour. (231 Nm @ 5625 RPM). This means 1975 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Contour.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Avanti Avanti | 1997 Ford Contour | |
| Make | Avanti | Ford |
| Model | Avanti | Contour |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1997 |
| Engine Size | 6570 cc | 2544 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 443 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5625 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2710 mm |
