1976 Citroen LN vs. 1999 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 1999 Mercury Tracer is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Citroen LN. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Citroen LN would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mercury Tracer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercury Tracer (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1976 Citroen LN. (32 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 1976 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Tracer weights approximately 434 kg more than 1976 Citroen LN. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Mercury Tracer (174 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Citroen LN. (41 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Citroen LN | 1999 Mercury Tracer | |
Make | Citroen | Mercury |
Model | LN | Tracer |
Year Released | 1976 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 32 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 41 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 706 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2510 mm |