1990 Mercury Tracer vs. 1991 TVR Griffith
To start off, 1991 TVR Griffith is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mercury Tracer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mercury Tracer would be higher. At 4,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 TVR Griffith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 TVR Griffith (305 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1990 Mercury Tracer. (88 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 TVR Griffith weights approximately 10 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 1991 TVR Griffith 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 1991 TVR Griffith. 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, 1991 TVR Griffith (498 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercury Tracer. (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1991 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Mercury Tracer | 1991 TVR Griffith | |
Make | Mercury | TVR |
Model | Tracer | Griffith |
Year Released | 1990 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1859 cc | 4997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 498 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2290 mm |