1992 Mercury Tracer vs. 2010 Cadillac BLS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac BLS is newer by 18 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac BLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac BLS (176 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1992 Mercury Tracer. (127 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 1992 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 456 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, 2010 Cadillac BLS (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mercury Tracer. (154 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Mercury Tracer | 2010 Cadillac BLS | |
| Make | Mercury | Cadillac |
| Model | Tracer | BLS |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1839 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1104 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2680 mm |
