1997 Ford Tracer vs. 1997 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, both 1997 Ford Tracer and 1997 Volkswagen Golf were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volkswagen Golf (69 HP) has 2 more horse power than 1997 Ford Tracer. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 200 kg more than 1997 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, 1997 Volkswagen Golf (126 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Tracer. (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Ford Tracer | 1997 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Tracer | Golf |
Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1321 cc | 1894 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 69 HP |
Torque | 101 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |