1968 Ginetta G15 vs. 1990 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 1990 Mercury Tracer is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ginetta G15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ginetta G15 would be higher. At 1,859 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Mercury Tracer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mercury Tracer (88 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1968 Ginetta G15. (51 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 1968 Ginetta G15.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Mercury Tracer (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ginetta G15. (70 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1990 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ginetta G15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ginetta G15 | 1990 Mercury Tracer | |
| Make | Ginetta | Mercury |
| Model | G15 | Tracer |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 875 cc | 1859 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
