1980 Ford Escort vs. 1990 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 1990 Mercury Tracer is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,859 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Mercury Tracer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ford Escort (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1990 Mercury Tracer. (88 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mercury Tracer weights approximately 155 kg more than 1980 Ford Escort.
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, 1990 Mercury Tracer (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Escort. (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Ford Escort | 1990 Mercury Tracer | |
Make | Ford | Mercury |
Model | Escort | Tracer |
Year Released | 1980 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1859 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 88 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 132 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2510 mm |