2000 Ford Contour vs. 1982 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2000 Ford Contour is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ford Mustang (225 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2000 Ford Contour. (201 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Contour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ford Mustang weights approximately 65 kg more than 2000 Ford Contour. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Ford Mustang 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 1982 Ford Mustang. 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, 1982 Ford Mustang (407 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Contour. (230 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1982 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Contour.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Contour | 1982 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Contour | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2544 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.4 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1418 kg | 1483 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2560 mm |
