1988 Lancia Thema 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 Lancia Thema. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lancia Thema would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Lancia Thema is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lancia Thema (185 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1990 Mercury Tracer. (88 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lancia Thema weights approximately 235 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.
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 Lancia Thema (320 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercury Tracer. (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1988 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lancia Thema | 1990 Mercury Tracer | |
| Make | Lancia | Mercury |
| Model | Thema | Tracer |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1859 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2510 mm |
