1990 Mercury Tracer vs. 2002 Pontiac Sunfire
To start off, 2002 Pontiac Sunfire is newer by 12 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 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Pontiac Sunfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Pontiac Sunfire (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1990 Mercury Tracer. (127 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Pontiac Sunfire should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Pontiac Sunfire weights approximately 99 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, 2002 Pontiac Sunfire (203 Nm) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercury Tracer. (154 Nm). This means 2002 Pontiac Sunfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Mercury Tracer | 2002 Pontiac Sunfire | |
Make | Mercury | Pontiac |
Model | Tracer | Sunfire |
Year Released | 1990 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1839 cc | 2399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 154 Nm | 203 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1199 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2740 mm |