1998 Ford Contour vs. 1984 Ford Capri
To start off, 1998 Ford Contour is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ford Capri (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1998 Ford Contour. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Contour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Contour weights approximately 12 kg more than 1984 Ford Capri.
Because 1984 Ford Capri 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 1984 Ford Capri. 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, 1984 Ford Capri (221 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Contour. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Contour.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Contour | 1984 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Contour | Capri |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 2790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.9 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |
