1993 Ford Contour vs. 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire
To start off, 1993 Ford Contour is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire would be higher. At 3,531 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire (215 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1993 Ford Contour. (168 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Contour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Contour weights approximately 16 kg more than 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire.
Because 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire 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 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire. 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, 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire (408 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Contour. (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Contour.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Contour | 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire | |
| Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Contour | Jetfire |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2544 cc | 3531 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.4 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1313 kg | 1297 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2850 mm |
