1992 Mercury Tracer vs. 2002 Renault Clio
To start off, 2002 Renault Clio is newer by 10 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Clio (252 HP @ 7150 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1992 Mercury Tracer. (127 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1992 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Clio weights approximately 306 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 2002 Renault Clio is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Renault Clio. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Mercury Tracer, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2002 Renault Clio (300 Nm @ 4650 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mercury Tracer. (154 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Mercury Tracer | 2002 Renault Clio | |
Make | Mercury | Renault |
Model | Tracer | Clio |
Year Released | 1992 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1839 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7150 RPM |
Torque | 154 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4650 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1104 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2480 mm |