1993 Ford Contour vs. 1999 Mitsubishi L 200
To start off, 1999 Mitsubishi L 200 is newer by 6 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 68 more horse power than 1999 Mitsubishi L 200. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 1999 Mitsubishi L 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mitsubishi L 200 weights approximately 392 kg more than 1993 Ford Contour.
Because 1999 Mitsubishi L 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Ford Contour. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Mitsubishi L 200 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Mitsubishi L 200 (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Contour. (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1999 Mitsubishi L 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Contour.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Contour | 1999 Mitsubishi L 200 | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Contour | L 200 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2544 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1313 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2970 mm |
