1990 Mercury Tracer vs. 2013 Acura TSX
To start off, 2013 Acura TSX is newer by 23 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Acura TSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Acura TSX (198 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1990 Mercury Tracer. (127 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Acura TSX weights approximately 474 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, 2013 Acura TSX (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercury Tracer. (154 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Acura TSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mercury Tracer | 2013 Acura TSX | |
| Make | Mercury | Acura |
| Model | Tracer | TSX |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1839 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1574 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4806 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1839 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2708 mm |
