1995 Mercury Tracer vs. 1989 Porsche 911
To start off, 1995 Mercury Tracer is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine.
Because 1989 Porsche 911 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 1989 Porsche 911. 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, 1989 Porsche 911 (854 Nm) has 700 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mercury Tracer. (154 Nm). This means 1989 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mercury Tracer | 1989 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Mercury | Porsche |
| Model | Tracer | 911 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1839 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 854 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2110 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2500 mm |
