1990 Mercury Tracer vs. 2000 Chrysler PT Cruiser
To start off, 2000 Chrysler PT Cruiser is newer by 10 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), 2000 Chrysler PT Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chrysler PT Cruiser (151 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1990 Mercury Tracer. (88 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chrysler PT Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chrysler PT Cruiser weights approximately 360 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, 2000 Chrysler PT Cruiser (188 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercury Tracer. (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2000 Chrysler PT Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Mercury Tracer | 2000 Chrysler PT Cruiser | |
Make | Mercury | Chrysler |
Model | Tracer | PT Cruiser |
Year Released | 1990 | 2000 |
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 | 151 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2620 mm |