1988 Ford Telstar vs. 1990 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 1990 Mercury Tracer is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Telstar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Telstar would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Ford Telstar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ford Telstar (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1990 Mercury Tracer. (87 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford Telstar should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mercury Tracer weights approximately 65 kg more than 1988 Ford Telstar.
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 Ford Telstar (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercury Tracer. (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Telstar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Ford Telstar | 1990 Mercury Tracer | |
Make | Ford | Mercury |
Model | Telstar | Tracer |
Year Released | 1988 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1859 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 158 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1095 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2510 mm |