2000 Honda FCX vs. 1991 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 2000 Honda FCX 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 1,839 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Mercury Tracer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercury Tracer (127 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2000 Honda FCX. (122 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda FCX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercury Tracer weights approximately 260 kg more than 2000 Honda FCX. 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, 2000 Honda FCX (273 Nm) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mercury Tracer. (154 Nm). This means 2000 Honda FCX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Honda FCX | 1991 Mercury Tracer | |
| Make | Honda | Mercury |
| Model | FCX | Tracer |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Type | electric | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 273 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1100 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2510 mm |
