1991 Citroen BX vs. 1990 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 1991 Citroen BX is newer by 1 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 (88 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1991 Citroen BX. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 1991 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mercury Tracer weights approximately 150 kg more than 1991 Citroen BX. 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 (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Citroen BX. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1990 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Citroen BX | 1990 Mercury Tracer | |
Make | Citroen | Mercury |
Model | BX | Tracer |
Year Released | 1991 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1859 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 88 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2510 mm |