1990 Mercury Tracer vs. 1984 Renault Rodeo
To start off, 1990 Mercury Tracer is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Renault Rodeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Renault Rodeo 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 54 more horse power than 1984 Renault Rodeo. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault Rodeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mercury Tracer weights approximately 330 kg more than 1984 Renault Rodeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1990 Mercury Tracer (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault Rodeo. (72 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault Rodeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mercury Tracer | 1984 Renault Rodeo | |
| Make | Mercury | Renault |
| Model | Tracer | Rodeo |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1859 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2410 mm |
