1990 Mercury Tracer vs. 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 1990 Mercury Tracer is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Mercury Tracer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mercury Tracer (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mercury Tracer weights approximately 285 kg more than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mercury Tracer | 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Mercury | Volkswagen |
| Model | Tracer | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 1471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2410 mm |
