1990 Mercury Tracer vs. 2003 Holden Barina
To start off, 2003 Holden Barina is newer by 13 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 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Mercury Tracer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mercury Tracer (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2003 Holden Barina. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 2003 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mercury Tracer weights approximately 80 kg more than 2003 Holden Barina. 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, 1990 Mercury Tracer (173 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden Barina. (120 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Holden Barina. 2003 Holden Barina has automatic transmission and 1990 Mercury Tracer has manual transmission. 1990 Mercury Tracer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Holden Barina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mercury Tracer | 2003 Holden Barina | |
| Make | Mercury | Holden |
| Model | Tracer | Barina |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 1387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2500 mm |
