1991 Mercury Tracer vs. 2002 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2002 Toyota Yaris is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mercury Tracer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mercury Tracer would be higher. At 1,859 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Mercury Tracer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercury Tracer (88 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Yaris. (64 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercury Tracer weights approximately 265 kg more than 2002 Toyota Yaris. 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, 1991 Mercury Tracer (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Yaris. (93 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1991 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Mercury Tracer | 2002 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Mercury | Toyota |
| Model | Tracer | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1859 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2660 mm |
