1990 Mercury Tracer vs. 2012 Suzuki Splash
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Splash is newer by 22 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 34 more horse power than 2012 Suzuki Splash. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 2012 Suzuki Splash. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mercury Tracer weights approximately 50 kg more than 2012 Suzuki Splash. 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 @ 4500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Suzuki Splash. (118 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1990 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Suzuki Splash.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mercury Tracer | 2012 Suzuki Splash | |
| Make | Mercury | Suzuki |
| Model | Tracer | Splash |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1839 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3715 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2360 mm |
