1977 Alpine A 110 vs. 1992 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 1992 Mercury Tracer is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Alpine A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Alpine A 110 would be higher. At 1,839 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Mercury Tracer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mercury Tracer (127 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1977 Alpine A 110. (95 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 1977 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mercury Tracer weights approximately 374 kg more than 1977 Alpine A 110. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Alpine A 110 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 1977 Alpine A 110. 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, 1992 Mercury Tracer (154 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Alpine A 110. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Alpine A 110.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Alpine A 110 | 1992 Mercury Tracer | |
Make | Alpine | Mercury |
Model | A 110 | Tracer |
Year Released | 1977 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1647 cc | 1839 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1104 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2510 mm |