1994 Ford Contour vs. 1971 Honda Z
To start off, 1994 Ford Contour is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Honda Z would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Ford Contour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Contour (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1971 Honda Z. (24 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 1971 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Contour weights approximately 732 kg more than 1971 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Ford Contour (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Honda Z. (30 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Contour | 1971 Honda Z | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Contour | Z |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 355 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 30 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.9 mm | 62.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 57.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2010 mm |
