1969 Citroen DS vs. 1999 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 1999 Mercury Tracer is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Citroen DS would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mercury Tracer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercury Tracer (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1969 Citroen DS. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 1969 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Citroen DS weights approximately 70 kg more than 1999 Mercury Tracer.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Mercury Tracer (174 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Citroen DS. (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Citroen DS | 1999 Mercury Tracer | |
Make | Citroen | Mercury |
Model | DS | Tracer |
Year Released | 1969 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2510 mm |