1990 Mercury Tracer vs. 2007 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2007 Opel Zafira is newer by 17 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 5 more horse power than 2007 Opel Zafira. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Zafira weights approximately 365 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 (173 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Zafira. (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1990 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Mercury Tracer | 2007 Opel Zafira | |
Make | Mercury | Opel |
Model | Tracer | Zafira |
Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1986 cc | 1589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 173 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2700 mm |