1999 Mercury Tracer vs. 1984 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 1999 Mercury Tracer is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Pontiac Grand Am. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Pontiac Grand Am would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Pontiac Grand Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Pontiac Grand Am (123 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1999 Mercury Tracer. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Pontiac Grand Am weights approximately 70 kg more than 1999 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, 1984 Pontiac Grand Am (204 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercury Tracer. (174 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1984 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercury Tracer. 1984 Pontiac Grand Am has automatic transmission and 1999 Mercury Tracer has manual transmission. 1999 Mercury Tracer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Pontiac Grand Am will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Mercury Tracer | 1984 Pontiac Grand Am | |
Make | Mercury | Pontiac |
Model | Tracer | Grand Am |
Year Released | 1999 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 2966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 204 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2630 mm |