1970 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 1995 Mercury Tracer

To start off, 1995 Mercury Tracer is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Daihatsu Compagno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Daihatsu Compagno would be higher. At 1,859 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Mercury Tracer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mercury Tracer (87 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1970 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 1970 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mercury Tracer weights approximately 305 kg more than 1970 Daihatsu Compagno. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1970 Daihatsu Compagno 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 1970 Daihatsu Compagno. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Mercury Tracer (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1995 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Daihatsu Compagno.

Compare all specifications:

1970 Daihatsu Compagno 1995 Mercury Tracer
Make Daihatsu Mercury
Model Compagno Tracer
Year Released 1970 1995
Body Type Convertible Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 797 cc 1859 cc
Horse Power 35 HP 87 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 4400 RPM
Torque 66 Nm 146 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 3800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Vehicle Weight 790 kg 1095 kg
Vehicle Length 3800 mm 4360 mm
Vehicle Width 1450 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1370 mm
Wheelbase Size 2230 mm 2510 mm