1990 Mercury Tracer vs. 2010 Renault Thalia
To start off, 2010 Renault Thalia 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 1,839 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Mercury Tracer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mercury Tracer (127 HP) has 23 more horse power than 2010 Renault Thalia. (104 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Thalia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mercury Tracer weights approximately 100 kg more than 2010 Renault Thalia. 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, 1990 Mercury Tracer (154 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Thalia. (148 Nm). This means 1990 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Thalia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mercury Tracer | 2010 Renault Thalia | |
| Make | Mercury | Renault |
| Model | Tracer | Thalia |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1839 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 104 HP |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2473 mm |
