1947 Jaguar Mark IV vs. 1990 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 1990 Mercury Tracer is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Jaguar Mark IV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Jaguar Mark IV would be higher. At 3,485 cc (6 cylinders), 1947 Jaguar Mark IV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mercury Tracer (127 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1947 Jaguar Mark IV. (123 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 1947 Jaguar Mark IV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1947 Jaguar Mark IV weights approximately 690 kg more than 1990 Mercury Tracer.
Because 1947 Jaguar Mark IV 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 1947 Jaguar Mark IV. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Mercury 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, 1947 Jaguar Mark IV (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercury Tracer. (154 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1947 Jaguar Mark IV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
1947 Jaguar Mark IV | 1990 Mercury Tracer | |
Make | Jaguar | Mercury |
Model | Mark IV | Tracer |
Year Released | 1947 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3485 cc | 1839 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2510 mm |