1995 Acura Legend vs. 1997 Ford Tracer
To start off, 1997 Ford Tracer is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Acura Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Acura Legend would be higher. At 3,206 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Acura Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Acura Legend (200 HP) has 133 more horse power than 1997 Ford Tracer. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Acura Legend should accelerate faster than 1997 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, 1995 Acura Legend (285 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Tracer. (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Acura Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Tracer. 1995 Acura Legend has automatic transmission and 1997 Ford Tracer has manual transmission. 1997 Ford Tracer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Acura Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Acura Legend | 1997 Ford Tracer | |
| Make | Acura | Ford |
| Model | Legend | Tracer |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3206 cc | 1321 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
