1990 Mercury Tracer vs. 1994 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 1994 Volkswagen New Beetle is newer by 4 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 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Mercury Tracer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Volkswagen New Beetle (115 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1990 Mercury Tracer. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Volkswagen New Beetle should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mercury Tracer weights approximately 1 kg more than 1994 Volkswagen New Beetle.
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 (173 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Volkswagen New Beetle. (165 Nm). This means 1990 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Mercury Tracer | 1994 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
Make | Mercury | Volkswagen |
Model | Tracer | New Beetle |
Year Released | 1990 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1986 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 173 Nm | 165 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1139 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2520 mm |