1990 Mercury Tracer vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz A 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 1,859 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Mercury Tracer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz A (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1990 Mercury Tracer. (88 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz A should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 1782 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 Mercedes-Benz A (155 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercury Tracer. (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mercury Tracer | 2010 Mercedes-Benz A | |
| Make | Mercury | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Tracer | A |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1859 cc | 1699 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 2832 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2570 mm |
