2000 Ford Mustang vs. 1991 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 2000 Ford Mustang 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 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Mustang (385 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1991 Mercury Tracer. (127 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1991 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Mustang weights approximately 528 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 Mustang 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 Mustang. 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 Mustang (522 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mercury Tracer. (154 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Mustang | 1991 Mercury Tracer | |
Make | Ford | Mercury |
Model | Mustang | Tracer |
Year Released | 2000 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5409 cc | 1839 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1628 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2510 mm |