1995 Honda Accord vs. 2000 Ford Contour
To start off, 2000 Ford Contour is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda Accord (131 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2000 Ford Contour. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Contour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda Accord weights approximately 60 kg more than 2000 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, 2000 Ford Contour (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Accord. (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Accord. 2000 Ford Contour has automatic transmission and 1995 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 1995 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Ford Contour will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Honda Accord | 2000 Ford Contour | |
| Make | Honda | Ford |
| Model | Accord | Contour |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1308 kg | 1248 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |
