1983 Holden Commodore vs. 1992 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 1992 Mercury Tracer is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 1,891 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mercury Tracer (87 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1983 Holden Commodore. (78 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 1983 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Holden Commodore weights approximately 65 kg more than 1992 Mercury Tracer.
Because 1983 Holden Commodore 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 1983 Holden Commodore. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1992 Mercury Tracer (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Holden Commodore. (140 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1992 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Holden Commodore | 1992 Mercury Tracer | |
Make | Holden | Mercury |
Model | Commodore | Tracer |
Year Released | 1983 | 1992 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1891 cc | 1859 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 78 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1095 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2510 mm |