1991 Mercury Tracer vs. 1982 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1991 Mercury Tracer is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,839 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Mercury Tracer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercury Tracer (127 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Sprinter. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercury Tracer weights approximately 125 kg more than 1982 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Mercury Tracer (154 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1991 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Mercury Tracer | 1982 Toyota Sprinter | |
Make | Mercury | Toyota |
Model | Tracer | Sprinter |
Year Released | 1991 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1839 cc | 1588 cc |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 154 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2410 mm |