1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe vs. 1990 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 1990 Mercury Tracer is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe would be higher. At 1,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe (230 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1990 Mercury Tracer. (87 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mercury Tracer weights approximately 375 kg more than 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe.
Because 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe 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 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe. 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, 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe (190 Nm @ 7000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercury Tracer. (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe | 1990 Mercury Tracer | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercury |
Model | Coupe | Tracer |
Year Released | 1969 | 1990 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1859 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1095 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 990 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2510 mm |