1990 Mercury Tracer vs. 2004 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Caddy 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 14 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Caddy. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 954 kg more than 1990 Mercury Tracer.
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 (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Caddy. (126 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1990 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Mercury Tracer | 2004 Volkswagen Caddy | |
Make | Mercury | Volkswagen |
Model | Tracer | Caddy |
Year Released | 1990 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1859 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 2004 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2590 mm |