1990 Mercury Tracer vs. 1960 Saab 93
To start off, 1990 Mercury Tracer is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Saab 93. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Saab 93 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Mercury Tracer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mercury Tracer (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1960 Saab 93. (33 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 1960 Saab 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mercury Tracer weights approximately 330 kg more than 1960 Saab 93. 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, 1990 Mercury Tracer (173 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Saab 93. (68 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Saab 93.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mercury Tracer | 1960 Saab 93 | |
| Make | Mercury | Saab |
| Model | Tracer | 93 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2500 mm |
