1993 Ford Contour vs. 2012 Opel Antara
To start off, 2012 Opel Antara is newer by 19 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 3,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Opel Antara (224 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1993 Ford Contour. (168 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Contour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Opel Antara weights approximately 532 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 2012 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, 2012 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, 2012 Opel Antara (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Contour. (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Opel Antara | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Contour | Antara |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2544 cc | 3194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.4 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 85.6 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 | 1313 kg | 1845 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 |
