1990 Mercury Tracer vs. 1969 Rover 2000
To start off, 1990 Mercury Tracer is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Rover 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Rover 2000 would be higher. At 1,976 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Rover 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Rover 2000 (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1990 Mercury Tracer. (88 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Rover 2000 should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Rover 2000 weights approximately 245 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.
Because 1969 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 1969 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, 1969 Rover 2000 (172 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercury Tracer. (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1969 Rover 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Mercury Tracer | 1969 Rover 2000 | |
Make | Mercury | Rover |
Model | Tracer | 2000 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1859 cc | 1976 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2640 mm |