1988 Buick Reatta vs. 1991 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 1991 Mercury Tracer is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Buick Reatta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Buick Reatta would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Buick Reatta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Buick Reatta (165 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1991 Mercury Tracer. (88 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Buick Reatta should accelerate faster than 1991 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Buick Reatta weights approximately 441 kg more than 1991 Mercury Tracer. 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, 1988 Buick Reatta (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mercury Tracer. (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1988 Buick Reatta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Buick Reatta | 1991 Mercury Tracer | |
Make | Buick | Mercury |
Model | Reatta | Tracer |
Year Released | 1988 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1859 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 88 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1095 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2510 mm |