1992 Mercury Tracer vs. 1989 Subaru XT
To start off, 1992 Mercury Tracer is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Subaru XT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Subaru XT would be higher. At 1,839 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Mercury Tracer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Subaru XT (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1992 Mercury Tracer. (127 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Subaru XT should accelerate faster than 1992 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Subaru XT weights approximately 60 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.
Because 1989 Subaru XT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Mercury Tracer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Subaru XT 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, 1989 Subaru XT (196 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mercury Tracer. (154 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1989 Subaru XT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Mercury Tracer | 1989 Subaru XT | |
| Make | Mercury | Subaru |
| Model | Tracer | XT |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1839 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1104 kg | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2470 mm |
