1968 Ford Zephyr vs. 1992 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 1992 Mercury Tracer is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Ford Zephyr is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mercury Tracer (127 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1968 Ford Zephyr. (81 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ford Zephyr weights approximately 150 kg more than 1992 Mercury Tracer.
Because 1968 Ford Zephyr 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 1968 Ford Zephyr. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1992 Mercury Tracer (154 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Zephyr. (153 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1992 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford Zephyr | 1992 Mercury Tracer | |
Make | Ford | Mercury |
Model | Zephyr | Tracer |
Year Released | 1968 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1839 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 1104 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2510 mm |