1984 Maserati 420 vs. 1990 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 1990 Mercury Tracer is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Maserati 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Maserati 420 would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Maserati 420 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Maserati 420 (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1990 Mercury Tracer. (127 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Maserati 420 should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Maserati 420 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1990 Mercury Tracer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Maserati 420 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 1984 Maserati 420. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1984 Maserati 420 (308 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercury Tracer. (154 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1984 Maserati 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Maserati 420 | 1990 Mercury Tracer | |
Make | Maserati | Mercury |
Model | 420 | Tracer |
Year Released | 1984 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2491 cc | 1839 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 308 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2510 mm |