1990 Mercury Tracer vs. 2009 Peugeot Partner
To start off, 2009 Peugeot Partner 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 1,867 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Peugeot Partner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mercury Tracer (88 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2009 Peugeot Partner. (68 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 2009 Peugeot Partner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Peugeot Partner weights approximately 125 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 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Peugeot Partner. (125 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Peugeot Partner.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mercury Tracer | 2009 Peugeot Partner | |
| Make | Mercury | Peugeot |
| Model | Tracer | Partner |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1859 cc | 1867 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2700 mm |
