1990 Mercury Tracer vs. 1996 Suzuki Cappuccino
To start off, 1996 Suzuki Cappuccino 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 1,839 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Mercury Tracer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mercury Tracer (127 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1996 Suzuki Cappuccino. (63 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 1996 Suzuki Cappuccino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mercury Tracer weights approximately 440 kg more than 1996 Suzuki Cappuccino. 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 (154 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Suzuki Cappuccino. (106 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Suzuki Cappuccino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mercury Tracer | 1996 Suzuki Cappuccino | |
| Make | Mercury | Suzuki |
| Model | Tracer | Cappuccino |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1839 cc | 657 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2060 mm |
