1995 Mercury Tracer vs. 1964 Rover P5
To start off, 1995 Mercury Tracer is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Rover P5 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Rover P5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mercury Tracer (127 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1964 Rover P5. (119 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 1964 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Rover P5 weights approximately 620 kg more than 1995 Mercury Tracer.
Because 1964 Rover P5 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 1964 Rover P5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1964 Rover P5 (219 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mercury Tracer. (154 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1964 Rover P5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mercury Tracer | 1964 Rover P5 | |
| Make | Mercury | Rover |
| Model | Tracer | P5 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1839 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2820 mm |
