1996 Buick Roadmaster vs. 1999 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 1999 Mercury Tracer is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Buick Roadmaster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Buick Roadmaster would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 116 kg more than 1999 Mercury Tracer.
Because 1996 Buick Roadmaster 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 1996 Buick Roadmaster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1996 Buick Roadmaster (447 Nm) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercury Tracer. (170 Nm). This means 1996 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercury Tracer. 1996 Buick Roadmaster has automatic transmission and 1999 Mercury Tracer has manual transmission. 1999 Mercury Tracer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Buick Roadmaster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Buick Roadmaster | 1999 Mercury Tracer | |
Make | Buick | Mercury |
Model | Roadmaster | Tracer |
Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 447 Nm | 170 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1734 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2510 mm |