1995 Ford Tracer vs. 2009 Honda Element
To start off, 2009 Honda Element is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Tracer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Tracer would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Element (166 HP) has 99 more horse power than 1995 Ford Tracer. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Element weights approximately 164 kg more than 1995 Ford Tracer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Ford Tracer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Element will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Tracer. (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Tracer. 2009 Honda Element has automatic transmission and 1995 Ford Tracer has manual transmission. 1995 Ford Tracer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda Element will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Tracer | 2009 Honda Element | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Tracer | Element |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 166 HP |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1129 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1790 mm |
