2000 Ford TS-50 vs. 1999 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2000 Ford TS-50 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Prius. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Prius would be higher. At 1,989 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford TS-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford TS-50 (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Prius. (127 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford TS-50 should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Prius weights approximately 407 kg more than 2000 Ford TS-50.
Because 2000 Ford TS-50 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 2000 Ford TS-50. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Prius, 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, 2000 Ford TS-50 (175 Nm) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Prius. (108 Nm). This means 2000 Ford TS-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford TS-50 | 1999 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | TS-50 | Prius |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 1615 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2440 mm |
