1990 Mercury Tracer vs. 2009 Nissan Cube
To start off, 2009 Nissan Cube is newer by 19 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, 2009 Nissan Cube (120 HP) has 32 more horse power than 1990 Mercury Tracer. (88 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Cube should accelerate faster 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) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Cube. (127 Nm). This means 1990 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Cube.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mercury Tracer | 2009 Nissan Cube | |
| Make | Mercury | Nissan |
| Model | Tracer | Cube |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1859 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 120 HP |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2640 mm |
