1992 Eagle Summit vs. 1990 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 1992 Eagle Summit is newer by 2 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, 1992 Eagle Summit (91 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1990 Mercury Tracer. (88 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Eagle Summit should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mercury Tracer weights approximately 50 kg more than 1992 Eagle Summit.
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 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Eagle Summit. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Eagle Summit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Eagle Summit | 1990 Mercury Tracer | |
| Make | Eagle | Mercury |
| Model | Summit | Tracer |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 1859 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2510 mm |
