1959 Citroen DS vs. 1993 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 1993 Mercury Tracer is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Citroen DS would be higher. At 1,911 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercury Tracer (127 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Citroen DS weights approximately 220 kg more than 1993 Mercury Tracer.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1993 Mercury Tracer (154 Nm) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 1993 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Citroen DS | 1993 Mercury Tracer | |
Make | Citroen | Mercury |
Model | DS | Tracer |
Year Released | 1959 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1838 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 154 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2510 mm |