1990 Mercury Tracer vs. 2011 Fiat Ulysse
To start off, 2011 Fiat Ulysse is newer by 21 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 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Fiat Ulysse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Fiat Ulysse (126 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1990 Mercury Tracer. (88 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Ulysse should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 738 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, 2011 Fiat Ulysse (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercury Tracer. (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat Ulysse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mercury Tracer | 2011 Fiat Ulysse | |
| Make | Mercury | Fiat |
| Model | Tracer | Ulysse |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1859 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1788 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2830 mm |
