1990 Mercury Tracer vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 1996 Mitsubishi Magna is newer by 6 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 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi Magna (141 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1990 Mercury Tracer. (88 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 324 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, 1996 Mitsubishi Magna (205 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercury Tracer. (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mercury Tracer | 1996 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Mercury | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Tracer | Magna |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1859 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2730 mm |
