1986 Ford Escort vs. 1993 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 1993 Mercury Tracer is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,838 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Mercury Tracer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercury Tracer (127 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercury Tracer weights approximately 190 kg more than 1986 Ford Escort. 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, 1993 Mercury Tracer (154 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Escort | 1993 Mercury Tracer | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | Escort | Tracer |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1751 cc | 1838 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2510 mm |
