1994 Mercury Tracer vs. 1979 Subaru Coupe
To start off, 1994 Mercury Tracer is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Subaru Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Subaru Coupe 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 16 more horse power than 1979 Subaru Coupe. (71 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 1979 Subaru Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mercury Tracer weights approximately 160 kg more than 1979 Subaru Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Subaru Coupe. (125 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1994 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Subaru Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Mercury Tracer | 1979 Subaru Coupe | |
Make | Mercury | Subaru |
Model | Tracer | Coupe |
Year Released | 1994 | 1979 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1857 cc | 1780 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2470 mm |