1980 Honda Civic vs. 1993 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 1993 Mercury Tracer is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,859 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Mercury Tracer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercury Tracer (87 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1980 Honda Civic. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 1980 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercury Tracer weights approximately 310 kg more than 1980 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1993 Mercury Tracer (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Honda Civic. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Honda Civic | 1993 Mercury Tracer | |
Make | Honda | Mercury |
Model | Civic | Tracer |
Year Released | 1980 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1335 cc | 1859 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1095 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2510 mm |