1994 Ford Tracer vs. 2004 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2004 Toyota Prius is newer by 10 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 5 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Prius. (76 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Tracer should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Prius weights approximately 330 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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Prius. (115 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Prius. 2004 Toyota Prius has automatic transmission and 1994 Ford Tracer has manual transmission. 1994 Ford Tracer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Toyota Prius will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Tracer | 2004 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Tracer | Prius |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
