1970 Chevrolet Comodoro vs. 1990 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 1990 Mercury Tracer is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro would be higher. At 2,470 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mercury Tracer (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (79 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mercury Tracer weights approximately 20 kg more than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Mercury Tracer (173 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (165 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Chevrolet Comodoro | 1990 Mercury Tracer | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
Model | Comodoro | Tracer |
Year Released | 1970 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2470 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2510 mm |