1990 Mercury Tracer vs. 2010 Renault Grand Scenic
To start off, 2010 Renault Grand Scenic 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Renault Grand Scenic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Renault Grand Scenic (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1990 Mercury Tracer. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Renault Grand Scenic should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Renault Grand Scenic weights approximately 372 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 Renault Grand Scenic (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercury Tracer. (173 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2010 Renault Grand Scenic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mercury Tracer | 2010 Renault Grand Scenic | |
| Make | Mercury | Renault |
| Model | Tracer | Grand Scenic |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1512 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2740 mm |
