1999 Ford Tracer vs. 1999 Holden Vectra
To start off, both 1999 Ford Tracer and 1999 Holden Vectra were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,597 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Holden Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Holden Vectra (168 HP) has 101 more horse power than 1999 Ford Tracer. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Holden Vectra should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Holden Vectra weights approximately 410 kg more than 1999 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, 1999 Holden Vectra (250 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Tracer. (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Holden Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ford Tracer | 1999 Holden Vectra | |
Make | Ford | Holden |
Model | Tracer | Vectra |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1323 cc | 2597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 168 HP |
Torque | 101 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |