1993 Ford Contour vs. 1995 Renault 19
To start off, 1995 Renault 19 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Contour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Contour would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Ford Contour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Contour (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1995 Renault 19. (79 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Contour weights approximately 302 kg more than 1995 Renault 19. 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 (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault 19. (110 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Contour | 1995 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Contour | 19 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 75.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 77 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 | 1242 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2550 mm |
