1993 Mercury Tracer vs. 1976 Peugeot Peugette
To start off, 1993 Mercury Tracer is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Peugeot Peugette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Peugeot Peugette 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 62 more horse power than 1976 Peugeot Peugette. (65 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 1976 Peugeot Peugette.
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 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Peugeot Peugette. (83 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Peugeot Peugette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mercury Tracer | 1976 Peugeot Peugette | |
| Make | Mercury | Peugeot |
| Model | Tracer | Peugette |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1838 cc | 1123 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 65 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2230 mm |
