1990 Mercury Tracer vs. 1963 Rover 2000
To start off, 1990 Mercury Tracer is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Rover 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Rover 2000 would be higher. At 1,978 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Rover 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mercury Tracer (127 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1963 Rover 2000. (91 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 1963 Rover 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Rover 2000 weights approximately 112 kg more than 1990 Mercury Tracer.
Because 1963 Rover 2000 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 1963 Rover 2000. 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, 1990 Mercury Tracer (154 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Rover 2000. (150 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1990 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Rover 2000.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Mercury Tracer | 1963 Rover 2000 | |
Make | Mercury | Rover |
Model | Tracer | 2000 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1839 cc | 1978 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 154 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1212 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2630 mm |