1996 Dodge Viper vs. 1994 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 1996 Dodge Viper is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mercury Tracer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mercury Tracer would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1996 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Dodge Viper (444 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 357 more horse power than 1994 Mercury Tracer. (87 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1994 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Dodge Viper weights approximately 460 kg more than 1994 Mercury Tracer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Dodge Viper 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 Dodge Viper. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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 Dodge Viper (664 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 518 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mercury Tracer. (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1996 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Dodge Viper | 1994 Mercury Tracer | |
Make | Dodge | Mercury |
Model | Viper | Tracer |
Year Released | 1996 | 1994 |
Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7990 cc | 1857 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 664 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1095 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2510 mm |