1989 Ford Escort vs. 2000 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 2000 Mercury Tracer is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Escort 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 @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1989 Ford Escort. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercury Tracer weights approximately 115 kg more than 1989 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, 2000 Mercury Tracer (173 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Escort. (144 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2000 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ford Escort | 2000 Mercury Tracer | |
Make | Ford | Mercury |
Model | Escort | Tracer |
Year Released | 1989 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1859 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2510 mm |