1991 Mazda RX-7 vs. 1995 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 1995 Mercury Tracer is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 1991 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mazda RX-7 (197 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1995 Mercury Tracer. (127 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1995 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1995 Mercury Tracer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Mazda RX-7 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 Mazda RX-7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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 Mazda RX-7 (271 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mercury Tracer. (154 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1991 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Mazda RX-7 | 1995 Mercury Tracer | |
Make | Mazda | Mercury |
Model | RX-7 | Tracer |
Year Released | 1991 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2616 cc | 1839 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2510 mm |