1992 Mercury Tracer vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 14 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 2,834 cc, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mercury Tracer (127 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 146 kg more than 1992 Mercury Tracer.
Because 2006 Mitsubishi Colt 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 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. 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, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt (294 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mercury Tracer. (154 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Mercury Tracer | 2006 Mitsubishi Colt | |
Make | Mercury | Mitsubishi |
Model | Tracer | Colt |
Year Released | 1992 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1839 cc | 2834 cc |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 154 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1104 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2970 mm |