1996 Ford Contour vs. 1986 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1996 Ford Contour is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Ford Contour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Contour (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Crown. (97 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Toyota Crown weights approximately 28 kg more than 1996 Ford Contour.
Because 1986 Toyota Crown 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 1986 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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 Ford Contour (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Crown. (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Contour | 1986 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Contour | Crown |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2700 mm |
