1993 Ford Contour vs. 1984 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 1993 Ford Contour is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Starlet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Starlet 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 114 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Starlet. (54 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Starlet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Contour weights approximately 518 kg more than 1984 Toyota Starlet. 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 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Starlet. (75 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Starlet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Contour | 1984 Toyota Starlet | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Contour | Starlet |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2544 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.4 mm | 70.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 64 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1313 kg | 795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2310 mm |
