1972 Holden Monaro vs. 1999 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 1999 Mercury Tracer is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 2,834 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Tracer weights approximately 394 kg more than 1972 Holden Monaro.
Because 1972 Holden Monaro 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 Holden Monaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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 Holden Monaro (228 Nm) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercury Tracer. (170 Nm). This means 1972 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Holden Monaro | 1999 Mercury Tracer | |
| Make | Holden | Mercury |
| Model | Monaro | Tracer |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2834 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1734 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2510 mm |
