1990 Mercury Tracer vs. 2008 Renault Sandero
To start off, 2008 Renault Sandero is newer by 18 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 @ 4400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2008 Renault Sandero. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Sandero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Sandero weights approximately 61 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 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Sandero. (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1990 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Sandero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mercury Tracer | 2008 Renault Sandero | |
| Make | Mercury | Renault |
| Model | Tracer | Sandero |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1859 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1111 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2600 mm |
