1991 Mercury Tracer vs. 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire
To start off, 1991 Mercury Tracer is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire would be higher. At 3,531 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire (215 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1991 Mercury Tracer. (88 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire should accelerate faster than 1991 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire weights approximately 202 kg more than 1991 Mercury Tracer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire 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 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire (408 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mercury Tracer. (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Mercury Tracer | 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire | |
Make | Mercury | Oldsmobile |
Model | Tracer | Jetfire |
Year Released | 1991 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1859 cc | 3531 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 408 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1297 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2850 mm |