1997 Ford Contour vs. 2012 Opel Combo
To start off, 2012 Opel Combo is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Contour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Contour would be higher. At 1,987 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Ford Contour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Contour (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2012 Opel Combo. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Combo.
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 (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Combo. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Combo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Contour | 2012 Opel Combo | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Contour | Combo |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1987 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2720 mm |
