1990 Mercury Tracer vs. 1975 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1990 Mercury Tracer is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,859 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Mercury Tracer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Toyota Corolla (99 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1990 Mercury Tracer. (88 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mercury Tracer weights approximately 195 kg more than 1975 Toyota Corolla.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Mercury Tracer (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corolla. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1990 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Mercury Tracer | 1975 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Mercury | Toyota |
Model | Tracer | Corolla |
Year Released | 1990 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1859 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2340 mm |