1999 Ford Contour vs. 1991 Italdesign Nazca
To start off, 1999 Ford Contour is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Italdesign Nazca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Italdesign Nazca would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Italdesign Nazca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Italdesign Nazca (350 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1999 Ford Contour. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Italdesign Nazca should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Contour.
Because 1991 Italdesign Nazca 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 1991 Italdesign Nazca. 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, 1991 Italdesign Nazca (470 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Contour. (175 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Italdesign Nazca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Contour.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ford Contour | 1991 Italdesign Nazca | |
Make | Ford | Italdesign |
Model | Contour | Nazca |
Year Released | 1999 | 1991 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 4988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 470 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2090 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2600 mm |