1990 Mercury Tracer vs. 1992 Renault Alpine
To start off, 1992 Renault Alpine is newer by 2 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 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Renault Alpine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Renault Alpine (251 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1990 Mercury Tracer. (88 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Renault Alpine should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Renault Alpine weights approximately 370 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.
Because 1992 Renault Alpine is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1992 Renault Alpine. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Mercury Tracer, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1992 Renault Alpine (351 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercury Tracer. (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1992 Renault Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Mercury Tracer | 1992 Renault Alpine | |
Make | Mercury | Renault |
Model | Tracer | Alpine |
Year Released | 1990 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1859 cc | 2975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 251 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 351 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1190 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2350 mm |