1993 Ford Contour vs. 2004 Honda Civic
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 11 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, 1993 Ford Contour (168 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Contour weights approximately 203 kg more than 2004 Honda Civic. 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 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (130 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Contour | 2004 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Contour | Civic |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2544 cc | 1334 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1313 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2460 mm |
