1967 Humber Sceptre vs. 2000 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 2000 Mercury Tracer is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Humber Sceptre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Humber Sceptre would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mercury Tracer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercury Tracer (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1967 Humber Sceptre. (82 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 1967 Humber Sceptre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercury Tracer weights approximately 148 kg more than 1967 Humber Sceptre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Humber Sceptre 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 1967 Humber Sceptre. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Mercury Tracer (173 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Humber Sceptre. (123 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Humber Sceptre.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Humber Sceptre | 2000 Mercury Tracer | |
Make | Humber | Mercury |
Model | Sceptre | Tracer |
Year Released | 1967 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1725 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 992 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2510 mm |