1993 Ford Contour vs. 1975 Toyota Corona

To start off, 1993 Ford Contour is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Corona 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 84 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corona. (84 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Contour weights approximately 313 kg more than 1975 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1975 Toyota Corona 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 1975 Toyota Corona. 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 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corona. (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corona.

Compare all specifications:

1993 Ford Contour 1975 Toyota Corona
Make Ford Toyota
Model Contour Corona
Year Released 1993 1975
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2544 cc 1587 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 168 HP 84 HP
Engine RPM 6250 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 220 Nm 135 Nm
Torque RPM 4250 RPM 3400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82.4 mm 81 mm
Engine Stroke Size 79.5 mm 77 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1313 kg 1000 kg
Vehicle Length 4680 mm 4260 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1620 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2510 mm