1973 Checker Aerobus vs. 1992 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 1992 Mercury Tracer is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Checker Aerobus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Checker Aerobus would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Checker Aerobus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Checker Aerobus (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1992 Mercury Tracer. (127 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Checker Aerobus should accelerate faster than 1992 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 1301 kg more than 1992 Mercury Tracer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Checker Aerobus 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 1973 Checker Aerobus. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1973 Checker Aerobus (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mercury Tracer. (154 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1973 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Checker Aerobus | 1992 Mercury Tracer | |
Make | Checker | Mercury |
Model | Aerobus | Tracer |
Year Released | 1973 | 1992 |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1839 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 463 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1104 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 2510 mm |