1990 Mercury Tracer vs. 2004 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, 2004 Suzuki Ignis is newer by 14 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 7 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki Ignis. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki Ignis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mercury Tracer weights approximately 110 kg more than 2004 Suzuki Ignis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Suzuki Ignis 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, 2004 Suzuki Ignis 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, 1990 Mercury Tracer (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Ignis. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Ignis.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Mercury Tracer | 2004 Suzuki Ignis | |
Make | Mercury | Suzuki |
Model | Tracer | Ignis |
Year Released | 1990 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1859 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2370 mm |