1991 Mercury Tracer vs. 2003 Morgan 4
To start off, 2003 Morgan 4 is newer by 12 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 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 15 more horse power than 2003 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 2003 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercury Tracer weights approximately 220 kg more than 2003 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Morgan 4 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 2003 Morgan 4. 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, 2003 Morgan 4 (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mercury Tracer. (154 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Mercury Tracer | 2003 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Mercury | Morgan |
| Model | Tracer | 4 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1839 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2450 mm |
