1998 Ford Tracer vs. 1983 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1998 Ford Tracer is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,323 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Tracer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Corolla (75 HP) has 8 more horse power than 1998 Ford Tracer. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Tracer weights approximately 125 kg more than 1983 Toyota Corolla.
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, 1983 Toyota Corolla (107 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Tracer. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Tracer | 1983 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Tracer | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 1293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 75 HP |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
