1951 Jaguar MK V vs. 1993 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 1993 Mercury Tracer is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Jaguar MK V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Jaguar MK V would be higher. At 2,663 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Jaguar MK V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercury Tracer (127 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1951 Jaguar MK V. (104 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 1951 Jaguar MK V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Jaguar MK V weights approximately 550 kg more than 1993 Mercury Tracer.
Because 1951 Jaguar MK V 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 1951 Jaguar MK V. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1951 Jaguar MK V (244 Nm) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercury Tracer. (154 Nm). This means 1951 Jaguar MK V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Jaguar MK V | 1993 Mercury Tracer | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercury |
| Model | MK V | Tracer |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2663 cc | 1838 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2510 mm |
