1997 Ford Tracer vs. 1974 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1997 Ford Tracer is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Toyota Corolla (98 HP) has 31 more horse power than 1997 Ford Tracer. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Tracer weights approximately 110 kg more than 1974 Toyota Corolla.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Toyota Corolla (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Tracer. (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1974 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Tracer | 1974 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Tracer | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1321 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 98 HP |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1340 mm |
