1998 Ford Tracer vs. 2008 Opel Antara
To start off, 2008 Opel Antara is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Tracer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Tracer would be higher. At 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Antara (148 HP) has 81 more horse power than 1998 Ford Tracer. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Antara weights approximately 890 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.
Because 2008 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Ford Tracer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Opel Antara will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Opel Antara (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Tracer. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Tracer. 2008 Opel Antara has automatic transmission and 1998 Ford Tracer has manual transmission. 1998 Ford Tracer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Opel Antara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford Tracer | 2008 Opel Antara | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Tracer | Antara |
Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1323 cc | 1990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 148 HP |
Torque | 102 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |