1984 Honda Accord vs. 1990 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 1990 Mercury Tracer is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Mercury Tracer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mercury Tracer (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1984 Honda Accord. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 1984 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mercury Tracer weights approximately 180 kg more than 1984 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (173 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Honda Accord. (129 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Honda Accord | 1990 Mercury Tracer | |
Make | Honda | Mercury |
Model | Accord | Tracer |
Year Released | 1984 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 129 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2510 mm |