1997 Ford Contour vs. 1979 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1997 Ford Contour is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Ford Contour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Contour (125 HP) has 51 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Contour weights approximately 372 kg more than 1979 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Toyota Corolla 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 1979 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Ford Contour (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Ford Contour | 1979 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Contour | Corolla |
Year Released | 1997 | 1979 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1452 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 74 HP |
Torque | 180 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 77.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |