1992 Mercury Tracer vs. 2011 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Mercury Tracer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Mercury Tracer would be higher. At 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette (505 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 378 more horse power than 1992 Mercury Tracer. (127 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1992 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 336 kg more than 1992 Mercury Tracer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Chevrolet Corvette 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 2011 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 483 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mercury Tracer. (154 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Mercury Tracer | 2011 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Mercury | Chevrolet |
Model | Tracer | Corvette |
Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1839 cc | 7000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 505 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 154 Nm | 637 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1104 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1928 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1237 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2685 mm |