1990 Mercury Tracer vs. 2000 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2000 Opel Meriva 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 1,859 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Mercury Tracer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mercury Tracer (88 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2000 Opel Meriva. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Meriva weights approximately 343 kg more than 1990 Mercury Tracer.
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 Opel Meriva (230 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercury Tracer. (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Mercury Tracer | 2000 Opel Meriva | |
Make | Mercury | Opel |
Model | Tracer | Meriva |
Year Released | 1990 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1859 cc | 1684 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1393 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2710 mm |