1986 Ford Laser vs. 2000 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 2000 Mercury Tracer is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Laser would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mercury Tracer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercury Tracer (109 HP) has 43 more horse power than 1986 Ford Laser. (66 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercury Tracer weights approximately 340 kg more than 1986 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, 2000 Mercury Tracer (173 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Laser. (94 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Laser | 2000 Mercury Tracer | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | Laser | Tracer |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 109 HP |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |
