1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 1992 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 1992 Mercury Tracer is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 4,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 (245 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1992 Mercury Tracer. (87 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 1992 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 571 kg more than 1992 Mercury Tracer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 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 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 (399 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mercury Tracer. (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 1992 Mercury Tracer | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
| Model | 500 | Tracer |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4973 cc | 1859 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1666 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2510 mm |
