1993 Ford Contour vs. 2002 Lancia Lybra
To start off, 2002 Lancia Lybra is newer by 9 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 20 more horse power than 2002 Lancia Lybra. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 2002 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 97 kg more than 1993 Ford Contour.
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, 2002 Lancia Lybra (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Contour. (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2002 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Contour.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Ford Contour | 2002 Lancia Lybra | |
Make | Ford | Lancia |
Model | Contour | Lybra |
Year Released | 1993 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2544 cc | 2387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.4 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 90.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1313 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2600 mm |