1994 Ford Contour vs. 2005 Morgan Roadster
To start off, 2005 Morgan Roadster is newer by 11 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Morgan Roadster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Morgan Roadster (224 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1994 Ford Contour. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Morgan Roadster should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Contour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Contour weights approximately 302 kg more than 2005 Morgan Roadster.
Because 2005 Morgan Roadster 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 2005 Morgan Roadster. 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, 2005 Morgan Roadster (285 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Contour. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Morgan Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Contour.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Contour | 2005 Morgan Roadster | |
| Make | Ford | Morgan |
| Model | Contour | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2500 mm |
