1989 Holden Camira vs. 1991 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 1991 Mercury Tracer is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Holden Camira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Holden Camira would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Holden Camira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercury Tracer (127 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1989 Holden Camira. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 1989 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercury Tracer weights approximately 50 kg more than 1989 Holden Camira. 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 Holden Camira (176 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mercury Tracer. (154 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1989 Holden Camira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Holden Camira | 1991 Mercury Tracer | |
| Make | Holden | Mercury |
| Model | Camira | Tracer |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2510 mm |
