2000 Ford Contour vs. 1971 Mazda 110 S
To start off, 2000 Ford Contour is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda 110 S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda 110 S 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 93 more horse power than 1971 Mazda 110 S. (108 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda 110 S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Contour weights approximately 458 kg more than 1971 Mazda 110 S. 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 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda 110 S. (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda 110 S.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Contour | 1971 Mazda 110 S | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Contour | 110 S |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2544 cc | 1964 cc |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1418 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2360 mm |
