1998 Mercury Tracer vs. 1983 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1998 Mercury Tracer is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mercury Tracer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercury Tracer (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Camry. (72 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercury Tracer weights approximately 10 kg more than 1983 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1998 Mercury Tracer (173 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Camry. (145 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1998 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mercury Tracer | 1983 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Mercury | Toyota |
| Model | Tracer | Camry |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2610 mm |
