1995 Ford Contour vs. 2010 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2010 Mazda Premacy is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Contour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Contour would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Ford Contour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Contour (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2010 Mazda Premacy. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda Premacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 108 kg more than 1995 Ford Contour.
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, 1995 Ford Contour (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda Premacy. (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda Premacy.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Ford Contour | 2010 Mazda Premacy | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Contour | Premacy |
Year Released | 1995 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1840 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2680 mm |