1954 Ford Zephyr vs. 1993 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 1993 Mercury Tracer is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 2,262 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Ford Zephyr is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercury Tracer (87 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1954 Ford Zephyr. (57 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Ford Zephyr weights approximately 51 kg more than 1993 Mercury Tracer.
Because 1954 Ford Zephyr 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 1954 Ford Zephyr. 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, 1954 Ford Zephyr (151 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercury Tracer. (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1954 Ford Zephyr will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Ford Zephyr | 1993 Mercury Tracer | |
Make | Ford | Mercury |
Model | Zephyr | Tracer |
Year Released | 1954 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1859 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1146 kg | 1095 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2510 mm |