1994 Ford Contour vs. 1994 Holden Statesman
To start off, both 1994 Ford Contour and 1994 Holden Statesman were released in the same year (1994). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,987 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Holden Statesman (223 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1994 Ford Contour. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Contour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Holden Statesman weights approximately 323 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.
Because 1994 Holden Statesman 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 1994 Holden Statesman. 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, 1994 Holden Statesman (386 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Contour. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Contour.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Ford Contour | 1994 Holden Statesman | |
Make | Ford | Holden |
Model | Contour | Statesman |
Year Released | 1994 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 4987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 223 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 386 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2830 mm |