1990 Mercury Tracer vs. 2011 Nissan Cube
To start off, 2011 Nissan Cube 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 1,839 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Mercury Tracer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mercury Tracer (127 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Cube. (122 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Cube. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Cube weights approximately 168 kg more than 1990 Mercury Tracer.
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 Nissan Cube (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercury Tracer. (154 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Cube will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Mercury Tracer | 2011 Nissan Cube | |
Make | Mercury | Nissan |
Model | Tracer | Cube |
Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1839 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 154 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1268 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1651 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2530 mm |