2001 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1999 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mercury Tracer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mercury Tracer would be higher. At 5,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (385 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1999 Mercury Tracer. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 273 kg more than 1999 Mercury Tracer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Chevrolet Corvette 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 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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 Chevrolet Corvette (522 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercury Tracer. (174 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Chevrolet Corvette | 1999 Mercury Tracer | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
Model | Corvette | Tracer |
Year Released | 2001 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5664 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1413 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2510 mm |