1994 Ford Tracer vs. 2001 Opel Frogster
To start off, 2001 Opel Frogster is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Tracer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Tracer would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Ford Tracer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Tracer (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2001 Opel Frogster. (57 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Tracer should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Frogster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Frogster weights approximately 288 kg more than 1994 Ford Tracer.
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 Tracer (120 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Frogster. (87 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Frogster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Tracer | 2001 Opel Frogster | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Tracer | Frogster |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1540 mm |
