1986 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1999 Ford Contour
To start off, 1999 Ford Contour is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Chevrolet Corvette (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1999 Ford Contour. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Contour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 196 kg more than 1999 Ford Contour. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Chevrolet Corvette 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 1986 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1986 Chevrolet Corvette (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Contour. (175 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Contour.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Chevrolet Corvette | 1999 Ford Contour | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Corvette | Contour |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1438 kg | 1242 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2710 mm |
