2000 Ford Contour vs. 1959 Nissan 211
To start off, 2000 Ford Contour is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Nissan 211. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Nissan 211 would be higher. At 2,544 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford Contour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Contour (201 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1959 Nissan 211. (34 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 1959 Nissan 211. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Contour weights approximately 493 kg more than 1959 Nissan 211. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Ford Contour (230 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Nissan 211. (66 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Nissan 211.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Contour | 1959 Nissan 211 | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Contour | 211 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1959 |
Engine Size | 2544 cc | 988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1418 kg | 925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2230 mm |