1996 Ford Tracer vs. 2000 Honda Accord
To start off, 2000 Honda Accord is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Tracer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Tracer would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda Accord (145 HP) has 78 more horse power than 1996 Ford Tracer. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda Accord weights approximately 344 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.
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, 2000 Honda Accord (188 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Tracer. (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Tracer | 2000 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Tracer | Accord |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 145 HP |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
