1990 Fiat Tempra vs. 1993 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 1993 Mercury Tracer is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Fiat Tempra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Fiat Tempra would be higher. At 1,838 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Mercury Tracer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercury Tracer (127 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Tempra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Fiat Tempra weights approximately 100 kg more than 1993 Mercury Tracer.
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, 1993 Mercury Tracer (154 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (140 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Tempra.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Fiat Tempra | 1993 Mercury Tracer | |
Make | Fiat | Mercury |
Model | Tempra | Tracer |
Year Released | 1990 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1756 cc | 1838 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |