1991 Mercury Tracer vs. 2006 Holden Cruze
To start off, 2006 Holden Cruze is newer by 15 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 1,839 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Mercury Tracer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercury Tracer (127 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2006 Holden Cruze. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 2006 Holden Cruze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercury Tracer weights approximately 115 kg more than 2006 Holden Cruze. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Holden Cruze is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Mercury Tracer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Holden Cruze will offer significantly more control. 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 (154 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Holden Cruze. (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1991 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Holden Cruze.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Mercury Tracer | 2006 Holden Cruze | |
| Make | Mercury | Holden |
| Model | Tracer | Cruze |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1839 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2370 mm |
