1989 Buick Reatta vs. 1995 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 1995 Mercury Tracer is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Buick Reatta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Buick Reatta would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Buick Reatta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Buick Reatta (165 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1995 Mercury Tracer. (127 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Buick Reatta should accelerate faster than 1995 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Buick Reatta weights approximately 432 kg more than 1995 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, 1989 Buick Reatta (285 Nm) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mercury Tracer. (154 Nm). This means 1989 Buick Reatta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Buick Reatta | 1995 Mercury Tracer | |
Make | Buick | Mercury |
Model | Reatta | Tracer |
Year Released | 1989 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 1839 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 154 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1532 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2510 mm |