1982 Kia Brisa vs. 1990 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 1990 Mercury Tracer is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Kia Brisa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Kia Brisa would be higher. At 1,859 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Mercury Tracer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mercury Tracer (88 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1982 Kia Brisa. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 1982 Kia Brisa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mercury Tracer weights approximately 260 kg more than 1982 Kia Brisa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Kia Brisa 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 1982 Kia Brisa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 Mercury Tracer (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Kia Brisa. (68 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Kia Brisa.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Kia Brisa | 1990 Mercury Tracer | |
Make | Kia | Mercury |
Model | Brisa | Tracer |
Year Released | 1982 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 985 cc | 1859 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 88 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2510 mm |