1973 Mazda RX-3 vs. 1990 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 1990 Mercury Tracer is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda RX-3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda RX-3 would be higher. At 1,964 cc, 1973 Mazda RX-3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mazda RX-3 (100 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1990 Mercury Tracer. (87 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mazda RX-3 should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mercury Tracer weights approximately 243 kg more than 1973 Mazda RX-3.
Because 1973 Mazda RX-3 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 Mazda RX-3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 Mercury Tracer (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda RX-3. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda RX-3.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mazda RX-3 | 1990 Mercury Tracer | |
Make | Mazda | Mercury |
Model | RX-3 | Tracer |
Year Released | 1973 | 1990 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1964 cc | 1859 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 852 kg | 1095 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2510 mm |