1999 Ford Telstar vs. 1992 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 1999 Ford Telstar is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Mercury Tracer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Mercury Tracer would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Ford Telstar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Telstar (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1992 Mercury Tracer. (87 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Telstar should accelerate faster than 1992 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Telstar weights approximately 180 kg more than 1992 Mercury Tracer. 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, 1999 Ford Telstar (217 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mercury Tracer. (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Telstar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Telstar | 1992 Mercury Tracer | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | Telstar | Tracer |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1859 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
