1975 Holden Belmont vs. 1992 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 1992 Mercury Tracer is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Holden Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Holden Belmont would be higher. At 2,834 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mercury Tracer (127 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1975 Holden Belmont. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 1975 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Holden Belmont weights approximately 221 kg more than 1992 Mercury Tracer.
Because 1975 Holden Belmont 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 1975 Holden Belmont. 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, 1975 Holden Belmont (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mercury Tracer. (154 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1975 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Holden Belmont | 1992 Mercury Tracer | |
Make | Holden | Mercury |
Model | Belmont | Tracer |
Year Released | 1975 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2834 cc | 1839 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 228 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1104 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2510 mm |