1991 Mercury Tracer vs. 1987 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1991 Mercury Tracer is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 2,507 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Toyota Camry (158 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1991 Mercury Tracer. (88 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1991 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Toyota Camry weights approximately 405 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1987 Toyota Camry (207 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mercury Tracer. (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1987 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Mercury Tracer | 1987 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Mercury | Toyota |
Model | Tracer | Camry |
Year Released | 1991 | 1987 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1859 cc | 2507 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 207 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2610 mm |