1993 Ford Contour vs. 2009 Honda Accord
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 16 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, 2009 Honda Accord (199 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1993 Ford Contour. (168 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Contour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 730 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 2009 Honda Accord 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 2009 Honda Accord. 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, 2009 Honda Accord (234 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Contour. (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Contour.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Contour | 2009 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Contour | Accord |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2544 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 199 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 234 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.4 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 99 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1313 kg | 2043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
