1990 Mercury Tracer vs. 1973 Volvo 1800
To start off, 1990 Mercury Tracer is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Volvo 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Volvo 1800 would be higher. Both 1990 Mercury Tracer and 1973 Volvo 1800 are equipped with a 1,986 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mercury Tracer (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1973 Volvo 1800. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 1973 Volvo 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Volvo 1800 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1990 Mercury Tracer.
Because 1973 Volvo 1800 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 1973 Volvo 1800. 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 (173 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Volvo 1800. (154 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Volvo 1800.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Mercury Tracer | 1973 Volvo 1800 | |
Make | Mercury | Volvo |
Model | Tracer | 1800 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1986 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 173 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2460 mm |