1963 Ford Taunus vs. 1998 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 1998 Mercury Tracer is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mercury Tracer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercury Tracer (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1963 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 1963 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercury Tracer weights approximately 180 kg more than 1963 Ford Taunus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Ford Taunus 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 1963 Ford Taunus. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Mercury Tracer (173 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ford Taunus. (111 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Ford Taunus | 1998 Mercury Tracer | |
Make | Ford | Mercury |
Model | Taunus | Tracer |
Year Released | 1963 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2510 mm |