1997 Ford Contour vs. 1982 Innocenti 990
To start off, 1997 Ford Contour is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Innocenti 990. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Innocenti 990 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 164 more horse power than 1982 Innocenti 990. (36 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 1982 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Contour weights approximately 650 kg more than 1982 Innocenti 990. 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 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Innocenti 990. (61 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Innocenti 990.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Ford Contour | 1982 Innocenti 990 | |
Make | Ford | Innocenti |
Model | Contour | 990 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2544 cc | 993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 61 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5625 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2050 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 40 L |