1999 Ford Tracer vs. 1999 Volvo C70
To start off, both 1999 Ford Tracer and 1999 Volvo C70 were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,433 cc (5 cylinders), 1999 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volvo C70 (165 HP) has 98 more horse power than 1999 Ford Tracer. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volvo C70 weights approximately 457 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 Volvo C70 (220 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Tracer. (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ford Tracer | 1999 Volvo C70 | |
Make | Ford | Volvo |
Model | Tracer | C70 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1323 cc | 2433 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 165 HP |
Torque | 101 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1422 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |