1993 Mercury Tracer vs. 1972 Porsche 914
To start off, 1993 Mercury Tracer is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Porsche 914. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Porsche 914 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Porsche 914 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercury Tracer (127 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1972 Porsche 914. (108 HP @ 5850 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 1972 Porsche 914. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercury Tracer weights approximately 160 kg more than 1972 Porsche 914. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Porsche 914 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 1972 Porsche 914. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1972 Porsche 914 (160 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercury Tracer. (154 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 Porsche 914 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mercury Tracer | 1972 Porsche 914 | |
| Make | Mercury | Porsche |
| Model | Tracer | 914 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1838 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2460 mm |
