1991 Mercury Tracer vs. 2012 Citroen C3
To start off, 2012 Citroen C3 is newer by 21 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 38 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C3. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C3 weights approximately 163 kg more than 1991 Mercury Tracer.
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, 2012 Citroen C3 (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mercury Tracer. (154 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Mercury Tracer | 2012 Citroen C3 | |
Make | Mercury | Citroen |
Model | Tracer | C3 |
Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1839 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 154 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1263 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2470 mm |