2000 Ford Contour vs. 1966 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2000 Ford Contour is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 2,782 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Contour (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1966 Ford Falcon. (106 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Contour weights approximately 123 kg more than 1966 Ford Falcon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 Ford Falcon 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 1966 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1966 Ford Falcon (188 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Contour. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1966 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Contour.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Contour | 1966 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Contour | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 2782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1119 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2720 mm |
