1993 Mercury Tracer vs. 2000 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2000 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mercury Tracer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mercury Tracer would be higher. At 3,784 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Pontiac Firebird (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1993 Mercury Tracer. (127 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 405 kg more than 1993 Mercury Tracer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Pontiac Firebird 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 2000 Pontiac Firebird. 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, 2000 Pontiac Firebird (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercury Tracer. (154 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Mercury Tracer | 2000 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Mercury | Pontiac |
Model | Tracer | Firebird |
Year Released | 1993 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1838 cc | 3784 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 154 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2570 mm |