1989 Chevrolet Beretta vs. 1998 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 1998 Mercury Tracer is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Chevrolet Beretta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Chevrolet Beretta would be higher. At 2,259 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Beretta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chevrolet Beretta (180 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1998 Mercury Tracer. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Beretta should accelerate faster than 1998 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chevrolet Beretta weights approximately 145 kg more than 1998 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 Chevrolet Beretta (217 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mercury Tracer. (173 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Beretta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chevrolet Beretta | 1998 Mercury Tracer | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
| Model | Beretta | Tracer |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2259 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2510 mm |
