1993 Ford Contour vs. 1967 Jaguar 240
To start off, 1993 Ford Contour is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Jaguar 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Jaguar 240 would be higher. At 2,544 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Ford Contour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Contour (168 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1967 Jaguar 240. (131 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 1967 Jaguar 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Jaguar 240 weights approximately 127 kg more than 1993 Ford Contour.
Because 1967 Jaguar 240 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 1967 Jaguar 240. 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 (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Jaguar 240. (203 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Jaguar 240.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Ford Contour | 1967 Jaguar 240 | |
Make | Ford | Jaguar |
Model | Contour | 240 |
Year Released | 1993 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2544 cc | 2482 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5550 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.4 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 76.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1313 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2740 mm |