1999 Ford Tracer vs. 1980 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1999 Ford Tracer is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Toyota Carina (88 HP) has 21 more horse power than 1999 Ford Tracer. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Tracer weights approximately 10 kg more than 1980 Toyota Carina.
Because 1980 Toyota Carina is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1980 Toyota Carina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Ford Tracer, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1980 Toyota Carina (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Tracer. (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ford Tracer | 1980 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Tracer | Carina |
Year Released | 1999 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1323 cc | 1586 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 88 HP |
Torque | 101 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |