1992 Mercury Tracer vs. 2009 Fiat Stilo
To start off, 2009 Fiat Stilo is newer by 17 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Stilo (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1992 Mercury Tracer. (87 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 1992 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 200 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, 2009 Fiat Stilo (256 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mercury Tracer. (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Mercury Tracer | 2009 Fiat Stilo | |
Make | Mercury | Fiat |
Model | Tracer | Stilo |
Year Released | 1992 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1859 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 256 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2610 mm |