1964 Jaguar MK 10 vs. 1995 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 1995 Mercury Tracer is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Jaguar MK 10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Jaguar MK 10 would be higher. At 4,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Jaguar MK 10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Jaguar MK 10 (265 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1995 Mercury Tracer. (127 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Jaguar MK 10 should accelerate faster than 1995 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Jaguar MK 10 weights approximately 783 kg more than 1995 Mercury Tracer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 Jaguar MK 10 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 1964 Jaguar MK 10. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1964 Jaguar MK 10 (385 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mercury Tracer. (154 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1964 Jaguar MK 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Jaguar MK 10 | 1995 Mercury Tracer | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercury |
| Model | MK 10 | Tracer |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4235 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1883 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2510 mm |
