1995 Mercury Tracer vs. 1969 Skoda 1202

To start off, 1995 Mercury Tracer is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Skoda 1202. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Skoda 1202 would be higher. At 1,859 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Mercury Tracer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mercury Tracer (87 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1969 Skoda 1202. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 1969 Skoda 1202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Skoda 1202 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1995 Mercury Tracer.

Because 1969 Skoda 1202 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 1969 Skoda 1202. 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 (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Skoda 1202. (85 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Skoda 1202.

Compare all specifications:

1995 Mercury Tracer 1969 Skoda 1202
Make Mercury Skoda
Model Tracer 1202
Year Released 1995 1969
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1859 cc 1174 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 87 HP 44 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 4200 RPM
Torque 146 Nm 85 Nm
Torque RPM 3800 RPM 2500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1095 kg 1105 kg
Vehicle Length 4360 mm 4490 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1590 mm
Wheelbase Size 2510 mm 2690 mm


 

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