1996 Ford Mustang vs. 1996 Ford Tracer

To start off, both 1996 Ford Mustang and 1996 Ford Tracer were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Mustang (143 HP) has 76 more horse power than 1996 Ford Tracer. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Mustang weights approximately 424 kg more than 1996 Ford Tracer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1996 Ford Mustang 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 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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 Ford Mustang (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Tracer. (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Tracer.

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