1990 Mercury Tracer vs. 1996 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 1996 Volkswagen Caddy 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 1,859 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Mercury Tracer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mercury Tracer (88 HP) has 14 more horse power than 1996 Volkswagen Caddy. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 1996 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 30 kg more than 1990 Mercury Tracer.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Mercury Tracer (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volkswagen Caddy. (125 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1990 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mercury Tracer | 1996 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Mercury | Volkswagen |
| Model | Tracer | Caddy |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1859 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1850 mm |
