1986 AC Ace vs. 1998 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 1998 Mercury Tracer is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 AC Ace would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 AC Ace (150 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1998 Mercury Tracer. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1998 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercury Tracer weights approximately 233 kg more than 1986 AC Ace.
Because 1986 AC Ace is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Mercury Tracer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 AC Ace will offer significantly more control. 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, 1986 AC Ace (214 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mercury Tracer. (173 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1986 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
1986 AC Ace | 1998 Mercury Tracer | |
Make | AC | Mercury |
Model | Ace | Tracer |
Year Released | 1986 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2792 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 214 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 907 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2510 mm |