1993 Ford Contour vs. 1999 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 6 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 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1993 Ford Contour. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Contour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 258 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.
Because 1999 Chevrolet Corvette 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 1999 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette (486 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Contour. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Contour.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Contour | 1999 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | Contour | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 5666 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 486 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2850 mm |
