1990 Mercury Tracer vs. 1963 Triumph 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 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Triumph 2000 would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Triumph 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Triumph 2000 (130 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1990 Mercury Tracer. (88 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Triumph 2000 should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Triumph 2000 weights approximately 145 kg more than 1990 Mercury Tracer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 Triumph 2000 (198 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercury Tracer. (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1963 Triumph 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mercury Tracer | 1963 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Mercury | Triumph |
| Model | Tracer | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1859 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2700 mm |
