1974 Cadillac Calais vs. 1990 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 1990 Mercury Tracer is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Cadillac Calais. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Cadillac Calais would be higher. At 7,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Cadillac Calais is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Cadillac Calais (193 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1990 Mercury Tracer. (127 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Cadillac Calais should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 1120 kg more than 1990 Mercury Tracer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Cadillac Calais | 1990 Mercury Tracer | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercury |
| Model | Calais | Tracer |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2220 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5880 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2510 mm |
