1980 Lancia Delta vs. 1999 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 1999 Mercury Tracer is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mercury Tracer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercury Tracer (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1980 Lancia Delta. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 1980 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Tracer weights approximately 40 kg more than 1980 Lancia Delta. 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, 1999 Mercury Tracer (174 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lancia Delta. (172 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Lancia Delta | 1999 Mercury Tracer | |
Make | Lancia | Mercury |
Model | Delta | Tracer |
Year Released | 1980 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1929 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2510 mm |