1991 Mercury Tracer vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 17 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1991 Mercury Tracer. (88 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1991 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 255 kg more than 1991 Mercury Tracer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Passat 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, 2008 Volkswagen Passat 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, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (286 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mercury Tracer. (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Mercury Tracer | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Mercury | Volkswagen |
Model | Tracer | Passat |
Year Released | 1991 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1859 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 286 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2710 mm |