1986 Italdesign Machimoto vs. 1995 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 1995 Mercury Tracer is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Italdesign Machimoto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Italdesign Machimoto would be higher. At 1,859 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Mercury Tracer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Italdesign Machimoto (137 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1995 Mercury Tracer. (87 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Italdesign Machimoto should accelerate faster than 1995 Mercury Tracer.
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, 1986 Italdesign Machimoto (171 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mercury Tracer. (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1986 Italdesign Machimoto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Italdesign Machimoto | 1995 Mercury Tracer | |
| Make | Italdesign | Mercury |
| Model | Machimoto | Tracer |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1859 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1370 mm |
