1994 Ford Contour vs. 1996 Skoda Felicia
To start off, 1996 Skoda Felicia is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Contour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Contour would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Ford Contour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Contour (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1996 Skoda Felicia. (63 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 1996 Skoda Felicia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Contour weights approximately 182 kg more than 1996 Skoda Felicia. 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, 1994 Ford Contour (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Skoda Felicia. (124 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Skoda Felicia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Contour | 1996 Skoda Felicia | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | Contour | Felicia |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2460 mm |
