1956 AC Ace vs. 1990 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 1990 Mercury Tracer is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 AC Ace would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mercury Tracer (87 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1956 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 1956 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mercury Tracer weights approximately 201 kg more than 1956 AC Ace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 AC Ace (167 Nm) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercury Tracer. (146 Nm). This means 1956 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 1990 Mercury Tracer | |
| Make | AC | Mercury |
| Model | Ace | Tracer |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1859 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2510 mm |
