1993 Ford Contour vs. 1997 Rover 800
To start off, 1997 Rover 800 is newer by 4 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 2,544 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Ford Contour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Rover 800 (173 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1993 Ford Contour. (168 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Rover 800 should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Contour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Rover 800 weights approximately 122 kg more than 1993 Ford Contour. 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, 1997 Rover 800 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Contour. (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1997 Rover 800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Contour.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Contour | 1997 Rover 800 | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | Contour | 800 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2544 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.4 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1313 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2780 mm |
