1993 Mercury Tracer vs. 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 1993 Mercury Tracer is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco would be higher. At 1,838 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Mercury Tracer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercury Tracer (127 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercury Tracer weights approximately 300 kg more than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. 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, 1993 Mercury Tracer (154 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. (116 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1993 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Mercury Tracer | 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
Make | Mercury | Volkswagen |
Model | Tracer | Scirocco |
Year Released | 1993 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1838 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 154 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2400 mm |