1983 Ford Laser vs. 1998 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 1998 Mercury Tracer is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Laser would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mercury Tracer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercury Tracer (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1983 Ford Laser. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercury Tracer weights approximately 350 kg more than 1983 Ford Laser. 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, 1998 Mercury Tracer (173 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Laser. (121 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Ford Laser | 1998 Mercury Tracer | |
Make | Ford | Mercury |
Model | Laser | Tracer |
Year Released | 1983 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2510 mm |