1994 Ford Contour vs. 1989 Honda Accord
To start off, 1994 Ford Contour is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Accord (133 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1994 Ford Contour. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Contour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Honda Accord weights approximately 18 kg more than 1994 Ford Contour. 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 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Accord. (179 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Ford Contour | 1989 Honda Accord | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Contour | Accord |
Year Released | 1994 | 1989 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 179 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.9 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2730 mm |