1998 Ford Tracer vs. 1998 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, both 1998 Ford Tracer and 1998 Volkswagen New Beetle were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Volkswagen New Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volkswagen New Beetle (115 HP) has 48 more horse power than 1998 Ford Tracer. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volkswagen New Beetle should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volkswagen New Beetle weights approximately 366 kg more than 1998 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, 1998 Volkswagen New Beetle (165 Nm) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Tracer. (102 Nm). This means 1998 Volkswagen New Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Tracer | 1998 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Tracer | New Beetle |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 115 HP |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1331 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1520 mm |
