1990 Mercury Tracer vs. 1988 Mitsubishi Space Wagon
To start off, 1990 Mercury Tracer is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Mitsubishi Space Wagon would be higher. At 1,859 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Mercury Tracer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Mitsubishi Space Wagon (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1990 Mercury Tracer. (88 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Mitsubishi Space Wagon should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercury Tracer.
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 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. (139 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mitsubishi Space Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Mercury Tracer | 1988 Mitsubishi Space Wagon | |
Make | Mercury | Mitsubishi |
Model | Tracer | Space Wagon |
Year Released | 1990 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1859 cc | 1755 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2640 mm |