1986 Buick Regal vs. 1990 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 1990 Mercury Tracer is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Buick Regal would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Buick Regal (235 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1990 Mercury Tracer. (127 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Buick Regal weights approximately 390 kg more than 1990 Mercury Tracer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Buick Regal 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 1986 Buick Regal. 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, 1986 Buick Regal (448 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercury Tracer. (154 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1986 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Buick Regal | 1990 Mercury Tracer | |
Make | Buick | Mercury |
Model | Regal | Tracer |
Year Released | 1986 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1839 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 448 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2510 mm |