1998 Ford Tracer vs. 1998 Renault Clio
To start off, both 1998 Ford Tracer and 1998 Renault Clio were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,323 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Tracer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Tracer (67 HP) has 9 more horse power than 1998 Renault Clio. (58 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Tracer should accelerate faster than 1998 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Tracer weights approximately 85 kg more than 1998 Renault Clio. 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, 1998 Ford Tracer (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Renault Clio. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford Tracer | 1998 Renault Clio | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Tracer | Clio |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1323 cc | 1149 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 58 HP |
Torque | 102 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |