1993 Ford Contour vs. 1981 Honda Accord
To start off, 1993 Ford Contour is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Honda Accord 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 88 more horse power than 1981 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 1981 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Contour weights approximately 383 kg more than 1981 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Honda Accord. (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Ford Contour | 1981 Honda Accord | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Contour | Accord |
Year Released | 1993 | 1981 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2544 cc | 1602 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 80 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.4 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1313 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2390 mm |