2001 Buick Blackhawk vs. 1992 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 2001 Buick Blackhawk is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Mercury Tracer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Mercury Tracer would be higher. At 7,458 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Buick Blackhawk is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Buick Blackhawk (458 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 331 more horse power than 1992 Mercury Tracer. (127 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Buick Blackhawk should accelerate faster than 1992 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Buick Blackhawk weights approximately 526 kg more than 1992 Mercury Tracer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Buick Blackhawk 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 2001 Buick Blackhawk. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 2001 Buick Blackhawk (705 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 551 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mercury Tracer. (154 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Buick Blackhawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Buick Blackhawk | 1992 Mercury Tracer | |
Make | Buick | Mercury |
Model | Blackhawk | Tracer |
Year Released | 2001 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7458 cc | 1839 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 458 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 705 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1104 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2510 mm |