1994 Ford Contour vs. 1999 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 1999 Honda Odyssey is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Contour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Contour would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Odyssey (238 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1994 Ford Contour. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Contour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 714 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 1999 Honda Odyssey is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Ford Contour. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Odyssey 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, 1999 Honda Odyssey (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Contour. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Contour.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Ford Contour | 1999 Honda Odyssey | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Contour | Odyssey |
Year Released | 1994 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1956 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3010 mm |