1998 Ford Contour vs. 1949 Triumph Renown
To start off, 1998 Ford Contour is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Triumph Renown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Triumph Renown would be higher. At 2,544 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Contour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Contour (195 HP @ 6625 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1949 Triumph Renown. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 1949 Triumph Renown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Contour weights approximately 131 kg more than 1949 Triumph Renown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Ford Contour (224 Nm @ 5625 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Triumph Renown. (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Triumph Renown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Contour | 1949 Triumph Renown | |
| Make | Ford | Triumph |
| Model | Contour | Renown |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2544 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6625 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5625 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.4 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1411 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2750 mm |
