1990 Mercury Tracer vs. 1989 Renault 25
To start off, 1990 Mercury Tracer is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Renault 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Renault 25 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Renault 25 (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1990 Mercury Tracer. (88 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Renault 25 weights approximately 95 kg more than 1990 Mercury Tracer. 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, 1989 Renault 25 (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercury Tracer. (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1989 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mercury Tracer | 1989 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Mercury | Renault |
| Model | Tracer | 25 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1859 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2730 mm |
