1993 Ford Contour vs. 1998 Nissan Serena
To start off, 1998 Nissan Serena is newer by 5 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 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Ford Contour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Contour (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1998 Nissan Serena. (96 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 1998 Nissan Serena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan Serena weights approximately 143 kg more than 1993 Ford Contour.
Because 1998 Nissan Serena 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 1998 Nissan Serena. 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 (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Nissan Serena. (131 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Nissan Serena.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Ford Contour | 1998 Nissan Serena | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Contour | Serena |
Year Released | 1993 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2740 mm |