1994 Chevrolet Astro vs. 1996 Ford Contour
To start off, 1996 Ford Contour is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Chevrolet Astro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Chevrolet Astro would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Chevrolet Astro (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1996 Ford Contour. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Contour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 653 kg more than 1996 Ford Contour. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Chevrolet Astro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Ford Contour. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet Astro 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, 1994 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Contour. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Contour.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Chevrolet Astro | 1996 Ford Contour | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Astro | Contour |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1242 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2710 mm |
