1982 Buick Electra vs. 1991 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 1991 Mercury Tracer is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Buick Electra would be higher. At 4,128 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercury Tracer (127 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1982 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 1982 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Buick Electra weights approximately 590 kg more than 1991 Mercury Tracer.
Because 1982 Buick Electra 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 1982 Buick Electra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1982 Buick Electra (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mercury Tracer. (154 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1982 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Buick Electra | 1991 Mercury Tracer | |
Make | Buick | Mercury |
Model | Electra | Tracer |
Year Released | 1982 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4128 cc | 1839 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2510 mm |