1990 Mercury Tracer vs. 2012 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2012 Tata Indigo 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 1,859 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Mercury Tracer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mercury Tracer (87 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2012 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Tata Indigo weights approximately 45 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, 1990 Mercury Tracer (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Mercury Tracer | 2012 Tata Indigo | |
Make | Mercury | Tata |
Model | Tracer | Indigo |
Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1859 cc | 1405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2460 mm |