1993 Ford Contour vs. 1996 Opel Vectra
To start off, 1996 Opel Vectra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Contour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Contour 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 54 more horse power than 1996 Opel Vectra. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Contour weights approximately 47 kg more than 1996 Opel Vectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Vectra. (170 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Contour | 1996 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Contour | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2544 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1313 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
