1990 Mercury Tracer vs. 2005 Opel Astra
To start off, 2005 Opel Astra 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mercury Tracer (88 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2005 Opel Astra. (82 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Astra weights approximately 340 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, 2005 Opel Astra (185 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercury Tracer. (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Mercury Tracer | 2005 Opel Astra | |
Make | Mercury | Opel |
Model | Tracer | Astra |
Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1859 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2640 mm |