1993 Ford Contour vs. 2011 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2011 Dodge Charger is newer by 18 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Charger (370 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1993 Ford Contour. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Contour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Charger weights approximately 687 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 2011 Dodge Charger 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 2011 Dodge Charger. 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, 2011 Dodge Charger (535 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Contour. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Contour.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Contour | 2011 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | Ford | Dodge |
| Model | Contour | Charger |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 370 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 535 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1929 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5077 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3053 mm |
