2007 Mazda Drifter vs. 1991 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 2007 Mazda Drifter is newer by 16 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 2,606 cc, 2007 Mazda Drifter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercury Tracer (127 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2007 Mazda Drifter. (123 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda Drifter.
Because 2007 Mazda Drifter 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 2007 Mazda Drifter. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 2007 Mazda Drifter (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mercury Tracer. (154 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda Drifter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda Drifter | 1991 Mercury Tracer | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercury |
| Model | Drifter | Tracer |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2606 cc | 1839 cc |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2510 mm |
