1990 Mercury Tracer vs. 2006 Renault Clio
To start off, 2006 Renault Clio is newer by 16 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) has 14 more horse power than 2006 Renault Clio. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Clio weights approximately 105 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 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Clio. (105 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1990 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mercury Tracer | 2006 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Mercury | Renault |
| Model | Tracer | Clio |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1859 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2580 mm |
