1995 Mercury Tracer vs. 1968 Opel GT
To start off, 1995 Mercury Tracer is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Opel GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Opel GT would be higher. At 1,839 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Mercury Tracer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mercury Tracer (127 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1968 Opel GT. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mercury Tracer weights approximately 230 kg more than 1968 Opel GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Opel GT 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 1968 Opel GT. 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, 1995 Mercury Tracer (154 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel GT. (87 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1995 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel GT.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Mercury Tracer | 1968 Opel GT | |
Make | Mercury | Opel |
Model | Tracer | GT |
Year Released | 1995 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1839 cc | 1078 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 58 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 154 Nm | 87 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2440 mm |