1994 Mercury Tracer vs. 1960 Skoda 1200
To start off, 1994 Mercury Tracer is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Skoda 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Skoda 1200 would be higher. At 1,857 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Mercury Tracer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mercury Tracer (87 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1960 Skoda 1200. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 1960 Skoda 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mercury Tracer weights approximately 85 kg more than 1960 Skoda 1200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Skoda 1200 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 1960 Skoda 1200. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 Mercury Tracer (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Skoda 1200. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Skoda 1200.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Mercury Tracer | 1960 Skoda 1200 | |
Make | Mercury | Skoda |
Model | Tracer | 1200 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1857 cc | 1221 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2690 mm |