1996 Ford Tracer vs. 2000 Toyota Altezza
To start off, 2000 Toyota Altezza 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 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Altezza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Altezza (74 HP) has 7 more horse power than 1996 Ford Tracer. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Altezza should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Altezza weights approximately 648 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 2000 Toyota Altezza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Ford Tracer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Altezza 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, 2000 Toyota Altezza (610 Nm) has 509 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Tracer. (101 Nm). This means 2000 Toyota Altezza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Tracer | 2000 Toyota Altezza | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Tracer | Altezza |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 610 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1614 kg |
