1993 Ford Contour vs. 2009 Opel Antara
To start off, 2009 Opel Antara 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 2,404 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Opel Antara (138 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1993 Ford Contour. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Contour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Opel Antara weights approximately 563 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 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Ford Contour. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Opel Antara will offer significantly more control. 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 Opel Antara (220 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Contour. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Contour.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Ford Contour | 2009 Opel Antara | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Contour | Antara |
Year Released | 1993 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 2404 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 100 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |