1990 Mercury Tracer vs. 1982 Triumph Acclaim
To start off, 1990 Mercury Tracer is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Triumph Acclaim. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Triumph Acclaim would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Triumph Acclaim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Triumph Acclaim (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1990 Mercury Tracer. (88 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Triumph Acclaim should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mercury Tracer weights approximately 234 kg more than 1982 Triumph Acclaim.
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, 1982 Triumph Acclaim (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercury Tracer. (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1982 Triumph Acclaim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mercury Tracer | 1982 Triumph Acclaim | |
| Make | Mercury | Triumph |
| Model | Tracer | Acclaim |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1859 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 816 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2330 mm |
