1999 Mercury Tracer vs. 1972 Suzuki Fronte

To start off, 1999 Mercury Tracer is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mercury Tracer is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Tracer weights approximately 1254 kg more than 1972 Suzuki Fronte.

Because 1972 Suzuki Fronte 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 1972 Suzuki Fronte. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Mercury Tracer (170 Nm) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Suzuki Fronte. (43 Nm). This means 1999 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Suzuki Fronte.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Mercury Tracer 1972 Suzuki Fronte
Make Mercury Suzuki
Model Tracer Fronte
Year Released 1999 1972
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 1999 cc 356 cc
Horse Power 0 HP 33 HP
Torque 170 Nm 43 Nm
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 4 seats 2 seats
Vehicle Weight 1734 kg 480 kg
Vehicle Length 4440 mm 3000 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1300 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1210 mm
Wheelbase Size 2510 mm 2020 mm


 

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