1995 Mercury Tracer vs. 1981 Plymouth Horizon
To start off, 1995 Mercury Tracer is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Plymouth Horizon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Plymouth Horizon 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 65 more horse power than 1981 Plymouth Horizon. (62 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 1981 Plymouth Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mercury Tracer weights approximately 100 kg more than 1981 Plymouth Horizon. 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 (154 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Plymouth Horizon. (115 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1995 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Plymouth Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Mercury Tracer | 1981 Plymouth Horizon | |
Make | Mercury | Plymouth |
Model | Tracer | Horizon |
Year Released | 1995 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1839 cc | 1715 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 154 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2530 mm |