1997 Ford Tracer vs. 1998 Nissan Pickup
To start off, 1998 Nissan Pickup is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Tracer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Tracer would be higher. At 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Nissan Pickup is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Nissan Pickup (82 HP) has 15 more horse power than 1997 Ford Tracer. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Pickup should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan Pickup weights approximately 481 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.
Because 1998 Nissan Pickup 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 1998 Nissan Pickup. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1998 Nissan Pickup (163 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Tracer. (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Nissan Pickup will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Tracer | 1998 Nissan Pickup | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Tracer | Pickup |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1321 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 82 HP |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1446 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1610 mm |
