1994 Mercury Tracer vs. 1977 Rover 2600
To start off, 1994 Mercury Tracer is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Rover 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Rover 2600 would be higher. At 2,596 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Rover 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Rover 2600 (136 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1994 Mercury Tracer. (87 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Rover 2600 should accelerate faster than 1994 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Rover 2600 weights approximately 253 kg more than 1994 Mercury Tracer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Rover 2600 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 1977 Rover 2600. 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, 1977 Rover 2600 (206 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mercury Tracer. (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1977 Rover 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mercury Tracer | 1977 Rover 2600 | |
| Make | Mercury | Rover |
| Model | Tracer | 2600 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1857 cc | 2596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1348 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2820 mm |
