1973 Ford Maverick vs. 1993 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 1993 Mercury Tracer is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 2,780 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercury Tracer (127 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1973 Ford Maverick. (82 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 1973 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Ford Maverick weights approximately 115 kg more than 1993 Mercury Tracer.
Because 1973 Ford Maverick 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 Ford Maverick. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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 Ford Maverick (178 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercury Tracer. (154 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1973 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Ford Maverick | 1993 Mercury Tracer | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | Maverick | Tracer |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2780 cc | 1838 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2510 mm |
