1987 Chrysler TC vs. 1995 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 1995 Mercury Tracer is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Chrysler TC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Chrysler TC would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Chrysler TC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Chrysler TC (202 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1995 Mercury Tracer. (127 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Chrysler TC should accelerate faster than 1995 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Chrysler TC weights approximately 374 kg more than 1995 Mercury Tracer. 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, 1987 Chrysler TC (298 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mercury Tracer. (154 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1987 Chrysler TC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Chrysler TC | 1995 Mercury Tracer | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercury |
| Model | TC | Tracer |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1474 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2510 mm |
