1990 Mercury Tracer vs. 2006 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Citi 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. In terms of performance, 1990 Mercury Tracer (88 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Citi. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Citi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mercury Tracer weights approximately 193 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Citi. 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 (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Citi. (118 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Citi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mercury Tracer | 2006 Volkswagen Citi | |
| Make | Mercury | Volkswagen |
| Model | Tracer | Citi |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 857 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2410 mm |
