1990 Mercury Tracer vs. 1991 Peugeot 106
To start off, 1991 Peugeot 106 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mercury Tracer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mercury Tracer 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 43 more horse power than 1991 Peugeot 106. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 1991 Peugeot 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mercury Tracer weights approximately 333 kg more than 1991 Peugeot 106. 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) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Peugeot 106. (71 Nm). This means 1990 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Peugeot 106.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mercury Tracer | 1991 Peugeot 106 | |
| Make | Mercury | Peugeot |
| Model | Tracer | 106 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1859 cc | 953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 762 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2450 mm |
