1995 Mercury Tracer vs. 1978 Renault 4
To start off, 1995 Mercury Tracer is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Renault 4 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 53 more horse power than 1978 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 1978 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mercury Tracer weights approximately 380 kg more than 1978 Renault 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Renault 4. (72 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Mercury Tracer | 1978 Renault 4 | |
Make | Mercury | Renault |
Model | Tracer | 4 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1859 cc | 1108 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 72 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2410 mm |