1994 Mercury Tracer vs. 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1994 Mercury Tracer is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 34 more horse power than 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mercury Tracer weights approximately 225 kg more than 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer. 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 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer. (90 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mercury Tracer | 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Mercury | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Tracer | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1857 cc | 1244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2390 mm |
