1978 Ford Capri vs. 1990 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 1990 Mercury Tracer is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ford Capri (175 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1990 Mercury Tracer. (88 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Capri weights approximately 120 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.
Because 1978 Ford Capri 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 1978 Ford Capri. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1978 Ford Capri (263 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercury Tracer. (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford Capri | 1990 Mercury Tracer | |
Make | Ford | Mercury |
Model | Capri | Tracer |
Year Released | 1978 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2994 cc | 1859 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 88 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 263 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2510 mm |