1990 Mercury Tracer vs. 1980 Volkswagen Iltis
To start off, 1990 Mercury Tracer is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Volkswagen Iltis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volkswagen Iltis would be higher. At 1,839 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Mercury Tracer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mercury Tracer (127 HP) has 53 more horse power than 1980 Volkswagen Iltis. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 1980 Volkswagen Iltis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Volkswagen Iltis weights approximately 202 kg more than 1990 Mercury Tracer.
Because 1980 Volkswagen Iltis is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Mercury Tracer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Volkswagen Iltis will offer significantly more control. 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, 1990 Mercury Tracer (154 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volkswagen Iltis. (135 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1990 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volkswagen Iltis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mercury Tracer | 1980 Volkswagen Iltis | |
| Make | Mercury | Volkswagen |
| Model | Tracer | Iltis |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1839 cc | 1714 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1302 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2110 mm |
