1992 Mercury Tracer vs. 1988 Saab 9000
To start off, 1992 Mercury Tracer is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Saab 9000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Saab 9000 would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Saab 9000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Saab 9000 (175 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1992 Mercury Tracer. (87 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 1992 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Saab 9000 weights approximately 238 kg more than 1992 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, 1988 Saab 9000 (278 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mercury Tracer. (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1988 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Mercury Tracer | 1988 Saab 9000 | |
Make | Mercury | Saab |
Model | Tracer | 9000 |
Year Released | 1992 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1859 cc | 1985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1333 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2670 mm |