1992 Honda Prelude vs. 1990 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 1992 Honda Prelude 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda Prelude (131 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1990 Mercury Tracer. (88 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Honda Prelude weights approximately 185 kg more than 1990 Mercury Tracer. 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, 1992 Honda Prelude (179 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercury Tracer. (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1992 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Honda Prelude | 1990 Mercury Tracer | |
| Make | Honda | Mercury |
| Model | Prelude | Tracer |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1859 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2510 mm |
