1990 Mercury Tracer vs. 2001 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2001 Skoda Octavia is newer by 11 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, 2001 Skoda Octavia (99 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1990 Mercury Tracer. (87 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 200 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, 2001 Skoda Octavia (310 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercury Tracer. (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2001 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mercury Tracer | 2001 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Mercury | Skoda |
| Model | Tracer | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1859 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
