1972 Dodge Charger vs. 1995 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 1995 Mercury Tracer is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Dodge Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Dodge Charger would be higher. At 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Charger (256 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1995 Mercury Tracer. (127 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1995 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Charger weights approximately 610 kg more than 1995 Mercury Tracer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Dodge Charger 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 1972 Dodge Charger. 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, 1972 Dodge Charger (470 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mercury Tracer. (154 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Dodge Charger | 1995 Mercury Tracer | |
Make | Dodge | Mercury |
Model | Charger | Tracer |
Year Released | 1972 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6555 cc | 1839 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 470 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2510 mm |