1994 Mercury Tracer vs. 1965 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1994 Mercury Tracer is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Wartburg 311 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) has 38 more horse power than 1965 Wartburg 311. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 1965 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mercury Tracer weights approximately 125 kg more than 1965 Wartburg 311. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Mercury Tracer (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Mercury Tracer | 1965 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Mercury | Wartburg |
Model | Tracer | 311 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1965 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1857 cc | 991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 49 HP |
Torque | 146 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2460 mm |