1999 Ford Contour vs. 1987 Volvo 760
To start off, 1999 Ford Contour is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Volvo 760. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Volvo 760 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 20 more horse power than 1987 Volvo 760. (180 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 1987 Volvo 760. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Contour weights approximately 42 kg more than 1987 Volvo 760. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Volvo 760 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 1987 Volvo 760. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1987 Volvo 760 (258 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Contour. (224 Nm @ 5625 RPM). This means 1987 Volvo 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Contour.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Contour | 1987 Volvo 760 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Contour | 760 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2544 cc | 2316 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5625 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.4 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 82 L |
