1999 Ford Contour vs. 1989 Ford Corsair
To start off, 1999 Ford Contour is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Corsair 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 71 more horse power than 1989 Ford Corsair. (129 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Contour weights approximately 202 kg more than 1989 Ford Corsair. 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 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Corsair. (189 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Contour | 1989 Ford Corsair | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Contour | Corsair |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2544 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5625 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2560 mm |
