1990 Mercury Tracer vs. 2001 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 2001 Subaru Legacy 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Subaru Legacy (217 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1990 Mercury Tracer. (88 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 490 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.

Because 2001 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Mercury Tracer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Subaru Legacy will offer significantly more control. 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 Subaru Legacy (289 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercury Tracer. (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2001 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercury Tracer.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Mercury Tracer 2001 Subaru Legacy
Make Mercury Subaru
Model Tracer Legacy
Year Released 1990 2001
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1859 cc 3000 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Horse Power 88 HP 217 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 146 Nm 289 Nm
Torque RPM 3800 RPM 4400 RPM
Drive Type Front 4WD
Vehicle Weight 1050 kg 1540 kg
Vehicle Length 4350 mm 4690 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2510 mm 2680 mm