2000 Ford Falcon vs. 1991 Mercury Tracer

To start off, 2000 Ford Falcon is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mercury Tracer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mercury Tracer would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Falcon (220 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1991 Mercury Tracer. (127 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1991 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Falcon weights approximately 418 kg more than 1991 Mercury Tracer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2000 Ford Falcon 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 2000 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 2000 Ford Falcon (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mercury Tracer. (154 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mercury Tracer.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Ford Falcon 1991 Mercury Tracer
Make Ford Mercury
Model Falcon Tracer
Year Released 2000 1991
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3984 cc 1839 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 220 HP 127 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 357 Nm 154 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Vehicle Weight 1518 kg 1100 kg
Vehicle Length 4910 mm 4350 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1350 mm
Wheelbase Size 2800 mm 2510 mm