1973 Chrysler Centura vs. 2000 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 2000 Mercury Tracer is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Chrysler Centura. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Chrysler Centura would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mercury Tracer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Chrysler Centura (118 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2000 Mercury Tracer. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Chrysler Centura should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercury Tracer weights approximately 24 kg more than 1973 Chrysler Centura.
Because 1973 Chrysler Centura 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 Chrysler Centura. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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 Chrysler Centura (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercury Tracer. (173 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1973 Chrysler Centura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Chrysler Centura | 2000 Mercury Tracer | |
Make | Chrysler | Mercury |
Model | Centura | Tracer |
Year Released | 1973 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1981 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2510 mm |