1990 Mercury Tracer vs. 1999 Acura EL
To start off, 1999 Acura EL is newer by 9 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, 1999 Acura EL (127 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1990 Mercury Tracer. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Acura EL should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mercury Tracer weights approximately 61 kg more than 1999 Acura EL.
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 @ 3750 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Acura EL. (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1990 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Acura EL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mercury Tracer | 1999 Acura EL | |
| Make | Mercury | Acura |
| Model | Tracer | EL |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1079 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4478 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1704 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2619 mm |
