1990 Mercury Tracer vs. 1968 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600
To start off, 1990 Mercury Tracer is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 would be higher. At 2,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mercury Tracer (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1968 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. (108 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 1968 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1990 Mercury Tracer.
Because 1968 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 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 1968 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. 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, 1968 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercury Tracer. (173 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1968 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Mercury Tracer | 1968 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 | |
Make | Mercury | Willys-Overland |
Model | Tracer | Aero-Willys 2600 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1986 cc | 2638 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 173 Nm | 194 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2740 mm |