1990 Mercury Tracer vs. 1984 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 1990 Mercury Tracer is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Volkswagen Jetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Volkswagen Jetta 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 (87 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1984 Volkswagen Jetta. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 1984 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mercury Tracer weights approximately 155 kg more than 1984 Volkswagen Jetta. 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 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Volkswagen Jetta. (102 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1990 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Mercury Tracer | 1984 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Mercury | Volkswagen |
Model | Tracer | Jetta |
Year Released | 1990 | 1984 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1859 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2480 mm |