1969 Ford Ranchero vs. 1991 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 1991 Mercury Tracer is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ford Ranchero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford Ranchero would be higher. At 7,022 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Ford Ranchero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ford Ranchero (355 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1991 Mercury Tracer. (127 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ford Ranchero should accelerate faster than 1991 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Ford Ranchero weights approximately 465 kg more than 1991 Mercury Tracer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Ford Ranchero 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 Ford Ranchero. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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 Ford Ranchero (651 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 497 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mercury Tracer. (154 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1969 Ford Ranchero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ford Ranchero | 1991 Mercury Tracer | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | Ranchero | Tracer |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7022 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2510 mm |
