1985 Avanti Avanti vs. 2000 Ford Contour
To start off, 2000 Ford Contour is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Avanti Avanti (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2000 Ford Contour. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Contour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 372 kg more than 2000 Ford Contour. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 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 1985 Avanti Avanti. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1985 Avanti Avanti (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Contour. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Contour.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Avanti Avanti | 2000 Ford Contour | |
Make | Avanti | Ford |
Model | Avanti | Contour |
Year Released | 1985 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 1989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1248 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 |