1990 Mercury Tracer vs. 1983 Renault 5
To start off, 1990 Mercury Tracer is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Renault 5 would be higher. At 1,859 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Mercury Tracer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Renault 5 (160 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1990 Mercury Tracer. (88 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mercury Tracer weights approximately 78 kg more than 1983 Renault 5.
Because 1983 Renault 5 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 1983 Renault 5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1983 Renault 5 (221 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercury Tracer. (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1983 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Mercury Tracer | 1983 Renault 5 | |
Make | Mercury | Renault |
Model | Tracer | 5 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1859 cc | 1397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 972 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2440 mm |