1977 Ford Cortina vs. 1991 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 1991 Mercury Tracer is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercury Tracer (88 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1977 Ford Cortina. (86 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford Cortina weights approximately 15 kg more than 1991 Mercury Tracer.
Because 1977 Ford Cortina 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 Ford Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1991 Mercury Tracer (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Cortina. (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Ford Cortina | 1991 Mercury Tracer | |
Make | Ford | Mercury |
Model | Cortina | Tracer |
Year Released | 1977 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1859 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 88 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1095 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2510 mm |