1953 Chevrolet Bel Air vs. 1997 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 1997 Mercury Tracer is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air would be higher. At 3,859 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air (115 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1997 Mercury Tracer. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air should accelerate faster than 1997 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air weights approximately 343 kg more than 1997 Mercury Tracer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air 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 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mercury Tracer. (173 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mercury Tracer. 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air has automatic transmission and 1997 Mercury Tracer has manual transmission. 1997 Mercury Tracer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Chevrolet Bel Air | 1997 Mercury Tracer | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
Model | Bel Air | Tracer |
Year Released | 1953 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3859 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1483 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2510 mm |