1972 Mazda 616 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 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mercury Tracer is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Tracer weights approximately 824 kg more than 1972 Mazda 616.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Mercury Tracer (170 Nm) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda 616. (124 Nm). This means 1999 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda 616 | 1999 Mercury Tracer | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercury |
| Model | 616 | Tracer |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1734 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2510 mm |
