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 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 27 more horse power than 2002 Lancia Lybra. (102 HP @ 5750 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 48 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, 1993 Ford Contour (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lancia Lybra. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lancia Lybra.
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 | 1988 cc | 1581 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 71.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1290 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 |