1999 Ford Contour vs. 1984 Renault Siete
To start off, 1999 Ford Contour is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Renault Siete. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Renault Siete would be higher. At 2,544 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Ford Contour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Contour (200 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1984 Renault Siete. (44 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault Siete. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Contour weights approximately 577 kg more than 1984 Renault Siete. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 Ford Contour (224 Nm @ 5625 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault Siete. (85 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault Siete.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Contour | 1984 Renault Siete | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Contour | Siete |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2544 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5625 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.4 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2540 mm |
