1991 Mercury Tracer vs. 1985 Toyota Model F
To start off, 1991 Mercury Tracer is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Model F. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Model F would be higher. At 1,859 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Mercury Tracer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercury Tracer (88 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Model F. (79 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Model F. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Toyota Model F weights approximately 205 kg more than 1991 Mercury Tracer.
Because 1985 Toyota Model F 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 1985 Toyota Model F. 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, 1991 Mercury Tracer (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Model F. (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1991 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Model F.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Mercury Tracer | 1985 Toyota Model F | |
Make | Mercury | Toyota |
Model | Tracer | Model F |
Year Released | 1991 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1859 cc | 1812 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2240 mm |