1970 Dodge Challenger vs. 1993 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 1993 Mercury Tracer is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Dodge Challenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Dodge Challenger would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercury Tracer (127 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1970 Dodge Challenger. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 1970 Dodge Challenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Dodge Challenger weights approximately 370 kg more than 1993 Mercury Tracer.
Because 1970 Dodge Challenger 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 Dodge Challenger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1970 Dodge Challenger (233 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercury Tracer. (154 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1970 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Dodge Challenger | 1993 Mercury Tracer | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercury |
| Model | Challenger | Tracer |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1838 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2510 mm |
