1991 Mercury Tracer vs. 1983 Volvo 240
To start off, 1991 Mercury Tracer is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Volvo 240 would be higher. At 2,316 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Volvo 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Volvo 240 (112 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1991 Mercury Tracer. (88 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Volvo 240 should accelerate faster than 1991 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Volvo 240 weights approximately 205 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 1983 Volvo 240 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 1983 Volvo 240. 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, 1983 Volvo 240 (185 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mercury Tracer. (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1983 Volvo 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Mercury Tracer | 1983 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Mercury | Volvo |
| Model | Tracer | 240 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1859 cc | 2316 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2660 mm |
