1992 Mercury Tracer vs. 1977 Simca 1307
To start off, 1992 Mercury Tracer is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Simca 1307. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Simca 1307 would be higher. At 1,859 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Mercury Tracer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mercury Tracer (87 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1977 Simca 1307. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 1977 Simca 1307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mercury Tracer weights approximately 45 kg more than 1977 Simca 1307. 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, 1992 Mercury Tracer (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Simca 1307. (105 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1992 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Simca 1307.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Mercury Tracer | 1977 Simca 1307 | |
| Make | Mercury | Simca |
| Model | Tracer | 1307 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1859 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2610 mm |
