1990 Mercury Tracer vs. 1957 Suzuki Light
To start off, 1990 Mercury Tracer is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Suzuki Light. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Suzuki Light would be higher. At 1,859 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Mercury Tracer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mercury Tracer (88 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1957 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 1957 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mercury Tracer weights approximately 510 kg more than 1957 Suzuki Light. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Mercury Tracer (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Suzuki Light. (35 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1990 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Mercury Tracer | 1957 Suzuki Light | |
Make | Mercury | Suzuki |
Model | Tracer | Light |
Year Released | 1990 | 1957 |
Engine Size | 1859 cc | 359 cc |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 14 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 35 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2010 mm |