1972 Dodge Dart vs. 1991 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 1991 Mercury Tracer is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Dodge Dart would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Dart (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1991 Mercury Tracer. (88 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1991 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Dart weights approximately 240 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Dart (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mercury Tracer. (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Dodge Dart | 1991 Mercury Tracer | |
Make | Dodge | Mercury |
Model | Dart | Tracer |
Year Released | 1972 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 1859 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 88 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 359 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1095 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2510 mm |