1997 Ford Contour vs. 1995 Renault Sport Spider
To start off, 1997 Ford Contour is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Renault Sport Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Renault Sport Spider would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Renault Sport Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Sport Spider (144 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1997 Ford Contour. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Sport Spider should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Contour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Contour weights approximately 312 kg more than 1995 Renault Sport Spider.
Because 1995 Renault Sport Spider 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 1995 Renault Sport Spider. 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, 1995 Renault Sport Spider (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Contour. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Renault Sport Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Contour.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Ford Contour | 1995 Renault Sport Spider | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Contour | Sport Spider |
Year Released | 1997 | 1995 |
Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1987 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 144 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |