1995 Mercury Tracer vs. 1986 Opel Omega
To start off, 1995 Mercury Tracer is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Opel Omega would be higher. At 2,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Opel Omega (178 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1995 Mercury Tracer. (127 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1995 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Opel Omega weights approximately 270 kg more than 1995 Mercury Tracer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Opel Omega 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 1986 Opel Omega. 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, 1986 Opel Omega (240 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mercury Tracer. (154 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1986 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Mercury Tracer | 1986 Opel Omega | |
Make | Mercury | Opel |
Model | Tracer | Omega |
Year Released | 1995 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1839 cc | 2969 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 154 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2740 mm |