1994 Mercury Tracer vs. 1978 Morgan 4
To start off, 1994 Mercury Tracer is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Morgan 4 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 2 more horse power than 1978 Morgan 4. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 1978 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mercury Tracer weights approximately 435 kg more than 1978 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Morgan 4 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 1978 Morgan 4. 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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Morgan 4. (136 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1994 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Mercury Tracer | 1978 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Mercury | Morgan |
Model | Tracer | 4 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1857 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2450 mm |