2000 Mercury Tracer vs. 1977 Nissan Violet
To start off, 2000 Mercury Tracer is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Nissan Violet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Nissan Violet 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 45 more horse power than 1977 Nissan Violet. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 1977 Nissan Violet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercury Tracer weights approximately 200 kg more than 1977 Nissan Violet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Nissan Violet 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 1977 Nissan Violet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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 Mercury Tracer (173 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Nissan Violet. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Nissan Violet.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Mercury Tracer | 1977 Nissan Violet | |
Make | Mercury | Nissan |
Model | Tracer | Violet |
Year Released | 2000 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1428 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 173 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2460 mm |