1993 Ford Contour vs. 2004 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2004 Lincoln Continental is newer by 11 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lincoln Continental (217 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1993 Ford Contour. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Contour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 508 kg more than 1993 Ford Contour. 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, 2004 Lincoln Continental (372 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Contour. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Contour.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Contour | 2004 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Ford | Lincoln |
| Model | Contour | Continental |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2780 mm |
