1990 Mercury Tracer vs. 2007 Pontiac Vibe
To start off, 2007 Pontiac Vibe 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 1,839 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Mercury Tracer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mercury Tracer (127 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2007 Pontiac Vibe. (126 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 2007 Pontiac Vibe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Pontiac Vibe weights approximately 688 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, 2007 Pontiac Vibe (165 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercury Tracer. (154 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Pontiac Vibe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mercury Tracer | 2007 Pontiac Vibe | |
| Make | Mercury | Pontiac |
| Model | Tracer | Vibe |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1839 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1788 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2610 mm |
