1994 Ford Contour vs. 1970 GAZ Volga
To start off, 1994 Ford Contour is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 GAZ Volga. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 GAZ Volga would be higher. At 2,443 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 GAZ Volga is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Contour (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1970 GAZ Volga. (110 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 1970 GAZ Volga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 GAZ Volga weights approximately 58 kg more than 1994 Ford Contour.
Because 1970 GAZ Volga 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 1970 GAZ Volga. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1970 GAZ Volga (187 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Contour. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 GAZ Volga will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Contour.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Ford Contour | 1970 GAZ Volga | |
Make | Ford | GAZ |
Model | Contour | Volga |
Year Released | 1994 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 2443 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.9 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2810 mm |