1998 Ford Contour vs. 1975 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1998 Ford Contour is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Contour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Contour (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Contour weights approximately 212 kg more than 1975 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Toyota Corolla 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 1975 Toyota Corolla. 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, 1998 Ford Contour (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corolla. (112 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford Contour | 1975 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Contour | Corolla |
Year Released | 1998 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.9 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |