1999 Mercury Tracer vs. 1971 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1999 Mercury Tracer is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mercury Tracer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercury Tracer (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1971 Subaru Leone. (68 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 1971 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Tracer weights approximately 380 kg more than 1971 Subaru Leone. 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 Mercury Tracer (174 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Subaru Leone. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Mercury Tracer | 1971 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Mercury | Subaru |
Model | Tracer | Leone |
Year Released | 1999 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1361 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2450 mm |