1996 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1998 Ford Contour
To start off, 1998 Ford Contour is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (330 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1998 Ford Contour. (195 HP @ 6625 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Contour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 109 kg more than 1998 Ford Contour. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Chevrolet Corvette 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 1996 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (461 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Contour. (224 Nm @ 5625 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Contour.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Corvette | 1998 Ford Contour | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Corvette | Contour |
Year Released | 1996 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5737 cc | 2544 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 195 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6625 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5625 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 261 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1411 kg |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 54 L |