1992 Mercury Tracer vs. 2000 Opel Signum
To start off, 2000 Opel Signum is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Mercury Tracer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Mercury Tracer would be higher. At 1,839 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Mercury Tracer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mercury Tracer (127 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2000 Opel Signum. (120 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Signum weights approximately 376 kg more than 1992 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, 2000 Opel Signum (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mercury Tracer. (154 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Mercury Tracer | 2000 Opel Signum | |
| Make | Mercury | Opel |
| Model | Tracer | Signum |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1839 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1104 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2640 mm |
