1990 Mercury Tracer vs. 2005 Toyota Aygo
To start off, 2005 Toyota Aygo 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 42 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Aygo. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Aygo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mercury Tracer weights approximately 276 kg more than 2005 Toyota Aygo. 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 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Aygo. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1990 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Aygo.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Mercury Tracer | 2005 Toyota Aygo | |
Make | Mercury | Toyota |
Model | Tracer | Aygo |
Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1986 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 173 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 864 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3405 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1615 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2340 mm |