2000 Mercury Tracer vs. 1974 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2000 Mercury Tracer is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mercury Tracer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercury Tracer (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1974 Volkswagen Passat. (48 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 1974 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercury Tracer weights approximately 195 kg more than 1974 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Mercury Tracer (173 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volkswagen Passat. (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Mercury Tracer | 1974 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Mercury | Volkswagen |
Model | Tracer | Passat |
Year Released | 2000 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1422 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 48 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 173 Nm | 85 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2480 mm |