1990 Mercury Tracer vs. 2011 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen GTI 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen GTI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen GTI (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1990 Mercury Tracer. (88 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen GTI should accelerate faster 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 Volkswagen GTI (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercury Tracer. (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen GTI 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 GTI | |
Make | Mercury | Volkswagen |
Model | Tracer | GTI |
Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1859 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4211 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1778 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1468 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2578 mm |