1999 Ford Tracer vs. 1975 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1999 Ford Tracer is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Volkswagen Passat (85 HP) has 18 more horse power than 1999 Ford Tracer. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Tracer weights approximately 65 kg more than 1975 Volkswagen Passat.
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, 1975 Volkswagen Passat (118 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Tracer. (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1975 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Tracer | 1975 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Tracer | Passat |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 85 HP |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
