1996 Ford Contour vs. 2010 Lotus Evora
To start off, 2010 Lotus Evora is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Contour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Contour would be higher. At 3,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Lotus Evora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lotus Evora (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1996 Ford Contour. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lotus Evora should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Contour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lotus Evora weights approximately 749 kg more than 1996 Ford Contour. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Lotus Evora 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 2010 Lotus Evora. 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, 2010 Lotus Evora (459 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Contour. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Lotus Evora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Contour.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Contour | 2010 Lotus Evora | |
| Make | Ford | Lotus |
| Model | Contour | Evora |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 459 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1991 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5098 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1438 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3063 mm |
