1990 Mercury Tracer vs. 2005 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, 2005 Vauxhall 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 1,839 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Mercury Tracer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mercury Tracer (127 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2005 Vauxhall Astra. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 2005 Vauxhall Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Vauxhall Astra weights approximately 80 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 (154 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Vauxhall Astra. (130 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1990 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Vauxhall Astra.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Mercury Tracer | 2005 Vauxhall Astra | |
Make | Mercury | Vauxhall |
Model | Tracer | Astra |
Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1839 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 154 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2620 mm |