2000 Daihatsu Terios vs. 1996 Ford Tracer
To start off, 2000 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Tracer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Tracer would be higher. At 1,323 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Ford Tracer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Daihatsu Terios (81 HP) has 14 more horse power than 1996 Ford Tracer. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Daihatsu Terios weights approximately 79 kg more than 1996 Ford Tracer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Ford Tracer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Daihatsu Terios 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, 2000 Daihatsu Terios (106 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Tracer. (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Daihatsu Terios will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Daihatsu Terios | 1996 Ford Tracer | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Terios | Tracer |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1400 mm |
