1999 Ford Contour vs. 1993 Rover 800
To start off, 1999 Ford Contour is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Rover 800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Rover 800 would be higher. At 2,675 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Rover 800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Contour (200 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1993 Rover 800. (167 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 1993 Rover 800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Rover 800 weights approximately 132 kg more than 1999 Ford Contour.
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, 1993 Rover 800 (225 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Contour. (224 Nm @ 5625 RPM). This means 1993 Rover 800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Contour.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Contour | 1993 Rover 800 | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | Contour | 800 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2544 cc | 2675 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5625 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.4 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 1524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 68 L |
