1991 Mercury Tracer vs. 1998 Panoz AIV
To start off, 1998 Panoz AIV is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mercury Tracer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mercury Tracer would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Panoz AIV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Panoz AIV (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1991 Mercury Tracer. (127 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 1991 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Panoz AIV weights approximately 80 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 1998 Panoz AIV 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 1998 Panoz AIV. 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, 1998 Panoz AIV (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mercury Tracer. (154 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Mercury Tracer | 1998 Panoz AIV | |
Make | Mercury | Panoz |
Model | Tracer | AIV |
Year Released | 1991 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1839 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 154 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2650 mm |