1997 Mercury Tracer vs. 1979 Seat 131
To start off, 1997 Mercury Tracer is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Seat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Seat 131 would be higher. At 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Seat 131 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mercury Tracer (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1979 Seat 131. (71 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 1979 Seat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Seat 131 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1997 Mercury Tracer.
Because 1979 Seat 131 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 1979 Seat 131. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Mercury Tracer (173 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Seat 131. (149 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1997 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Seat 131.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Mercury Tracer | 1979 Seat 131 | |
Make | Mercury | Seat |
Model | Tracer | 131 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 2445 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 173 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2500 mm |