1995 Mercury Tracer vs. 1975 Seat 124
To start off, 1995 Mercury Tracer is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Seat 124 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 63 more horse power than 1975 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 1975 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mercury Tracer weights approximately 170 kg more than 1975 Seat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Mercury Tracer (154 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1995 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Mercury Tracer | 1975 Seat 124 | |
Make | Mercury | Seat |
Model | Tracer | 124 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1839 cc | 1196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 154 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2430 mm |