1968 Mazda R-100 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 Mazda R-100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda R-100 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Mercury Tracer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mazda R-100 (110 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1990 Mercury Tracer. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mazda R-100 should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mercury Tracer weights approximately 335 kg more than 1968 Mazda R-100.
Because 1968 Mazda R-100 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 Mazda R-100. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 Mercury Tracer (173 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda R-100. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda R-100.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Mazda R-100 | 1990 Mercury Tracer | |
Make | Mazda | Mercury |
Model | R-100 | Tracer |
Year Released | 1968 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1963 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2510 mm |