1990 Mercury Tracer vs. 2011 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Golf 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 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Mercury Tracer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Golf (120 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1990 Mercury Tracer. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 150 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 Volkswagen Golf (200 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercury Tracer. (173 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Mercury Tracer | 2011 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Mercury | Volkswagen |
Model | Tracer | Golf |
Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1986 cc | 1400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 173 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4199 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2578 mm |