1998 Ford Contour vs. 1973 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 1998 Ford Contour is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,570 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Avanti Avanti (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1998 Ford Contour. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Contour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 342 kg more than 1998 Ford Contour. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Avanti Avanti 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 1973 Avanti Avanti. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1973 Avanti Avanti (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Contour. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Contour. 1973 Avanti Avanti has automatic transmission and 1998 Ford Contour has manual transmission. 1998 Ford Contour will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Avanti Avanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford Contour | 1973 Avanti Avanti | |
Make | Ford | Avanti |
Model | Contour | Avanti |
Year Released | 1998 | 1973 |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 6570 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 442 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1584 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2780 mm |