1990 Ford Sierra vs. 1994 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 1994 Mercury Tracer is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 1,857 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Mercury Tracer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mercury Tracer (87 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1990 Ford Sierra. (74 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mercury Tracer weights approximately 85 kg more than 1990 Ford Sierra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Ford Sierra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Ford Sierra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Mercury Tracer, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1994 Mercury Tracer (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Sierra. (122 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1994 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Sierra | 1994 Mercury Tracer | |
Make | Ford | Mercury |
Model | Sierra | Tracer |
Year Released | 1990 | 1994 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1857 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1095 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2510 mm |