1990 Mercury Tracer vs. 2005 Daihatsu Move
To start off, 2005 Daihatsu Move is newer by 15 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 54 more horse power than 2005 Daihatsu Move. (55 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 2005 Daihatsu Move. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mercury Tracer weights approximately 325 kg more than 2005 Daihatsu Move. 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 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daihatsu Move. (90 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1990 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daihatsu Move. 2005 Daihatsu Move 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. 2005 Daihatsu Move will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Mercury Tracer | 2005 Daihatsu Move | |
Make | Mercury | Daihatsu |
Model | Tracer | Move |
Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1986 cc | 989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 55 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 173 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2350 mm |