1993 Mercury Tracer vs. 1982 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 1993 Mercury Tracer is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Westfield ZEI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Westfield ZEI would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Westfield ZEI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Westfield ZEI (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1993 Mercury Tracer. (127 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercury Tracer weights approximately 375 kg more than 1982 Westfield ZEI.
Because 1982 Westfield ZEI 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 1982 Westfield ZEI. 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, 1982 Westfield ZEI (292 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercury Tracer. (154 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1982 Westfield ZEI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mercury Tracer | 1982 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | Mercury | Westfield |
| Model | Tracer | ZEI |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1982 |
| Engine Size | 1838 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2340 mm |
