1990 Mercury Tracer vs. 1960 Vauxhall Velox
To start off, 1990 Mercury Tracer is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Vauxhall Velox. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Vauxhall Velox would be higher. At 2,262 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Vauxhall Velox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mercury Tracer (127 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1960 Vauxhall Velox. (72 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 1960 Vauxhall Velox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Vauxhall Velox weights approximately 76 kg more than 1990 Mercury Tracer.
Because 1960 Vauxhall Velox 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 1960 Vauxhall Velox. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1960 Vauxhall Velox (200 Nm) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercury Tracer. (154 Nm). This means 1960 Vauxhall Velox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mercury Tracer | 1960 Vauxhall Velox | |
| Make | Mercury | Vauxhall |
| Model | Tracer | Velox |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1839 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1176 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2680 mm |
