1990 Mercury Tracer vs. 1995 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 1995 Plymouth Neon is newer by 5 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Plymouth Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Plymouth Neon (131 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1990 Mercury Tracer. (88 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Plymouth Neon should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Plymouth Neon weights approximately 59 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, 1995 Plymouth Neon (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercury Tracer. (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1995 Plymouth Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mercury Tracer | 1995 Plymouth Neon | |
| Make | Mercury | Plymouth |
| Model | Tracer | Neon |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1859 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1109 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2650 mm |
