1990 Mercury Tracer vs. 1954 Morris Cowley
To start off, 1990 Mercury Tracer is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Morris Cowley. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Morris Cowley would be higher. At 1,859 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Mercury Tracer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mercury Tracer (88 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1954 Morris Cowley. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 1954 Morris Cowley. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Morris Cowley weights approximately 4 kg more than 1990 Mercury Tracer.
Because 1954 Morris Cowley 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 1954 Morris Cowley. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mercury Tracer | 1954 Morris Cowley | |
| Make | Mercury | Morris |
| Model | Tracer | Cowley |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1859 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1054 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2440 mm |
