1992 Mercury Tracer vs. 1983 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1992 Mercury Tracer is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 2,258 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mercury Tracer (127 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1983 Opel Rekord. (85 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Opel Rekord weights approximately 131 kg more than 1992 Mercury Tracer.
Because 1983 Opel Rekord 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 1983 Opel Rekord. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1983 Opel Rekord (193 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mercury Tracer. (154 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1983 Opel Rekord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Mercury Tracer | 1983 Opel Rekord | |
Make | Mercury | Opel |
Model | Tracer | Rekord |
Year Released | 1992 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1839 cc | 2258 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 154 Nm | 193 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1104 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2680 mm |