1993 Ford Contour vs. 1987 Skoda L
To start off, 1993 Ford Contour is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Skoda L would be higher. At 2,544 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Ford Contour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Contour (168 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1987 Skoda L. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 1987 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Contour weights approximately 428 kg more than 1987 Skoda L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Skoda L 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 1987 Skoda L. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1993 Ford Contour (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Skoda L. (90 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Contour | 1987 Skoda L | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | Contour | L |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2544 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1313 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |
