1990 Mercury Tracer vs. 2010 Citroen C4
To start off, 2010 Citroen C4 is newer by 20 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Citroen C4 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1990 Mercury Tracer. (88 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen C4 weights approximately 287 kg more than 1990 Mercury Tracer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Citroen C4 (191 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercury Tracer. (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mercury Tracer | 2010 Citroen C4 | |
| Make | Mercury | Citroen |
| Model | Tracer | C4 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1859 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1337 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2610 mm |
