1996 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1994 Ford Tracer
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 2 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 5,731 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro (255 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1994 Ford Tracer. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 547 kg more than 1994 Ford Tracer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Chevrolet Camaro is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Ford Tracer, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Tracer. (120 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Camaro | 1994 Ford Tracer | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Camaro | Tracer |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5731 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1557 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1400 mm |
