1997 Ford Contour vs. 1970 Honda 1300
To start off, 1997 Ford Contour is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Honda 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Honda 1300 would be higher. At 2,544 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Ford Contour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Contour (200 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1970 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Contour weights approximately 495 kg more than 1970 Honda 1300. 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, 1997 Ford Contour (231 Nm @ 5625 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda 1300. (106 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Contour | 1970 Honda 1300 | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Contour | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2544 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5625 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 35 L |
