1979 Mazda RX-2 vs. 1992 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 1992 Mercury Tracer is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mazda RX-2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mazda RX-2 would be higher. At 2,292 cc, 1979 Mazda RX-2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mercury Tracer (127 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1979 Mazda RX-2. (118 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda RX-2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mercury Tracer weights approximately 144 kg more than 1979 Mazda RX-2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Mazda RX-2 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 1979 Mazda RX-2. 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, 1979 Mazda RX-2 (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mercury Tracer. (154 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1979 Mazda RX-2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Mazda RX-2 | 1992 Mercury Tracer | |
Make | Mazda | Mercury |
Model | RX-2 | Tracer |
Year Released | 1979 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2292 cc | 1839 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 158 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1104 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2510 mm |