1993 Ford Contour vs. 1970 Mazda 110 S
To start off, 1993 Ford Contour is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda 110 S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda 110 S 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 60 more horse power than 1970 Mazda 110 S. (108 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda 110 S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Contour weights approximately 353 kg more than 1970 Mazda 110 S. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Ford Contour (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda 110 S. (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda 110 S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Contour | 1970 Mazda 110 S | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Contour | 110 S |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2544 cc | 1962 cc |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1313 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2360 mm |
