1992 Mercury Tracer vs. 2011 Fiat Croma
To start off, 2011 Fiat Croma is newer by 19 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), 2011 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mercury Tracer (127 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Croma. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Fiat Croma weights approximately 491 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, 2011 Fiat Croma (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mercury Tracer. (154 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Mercury Tracer | 2011 Fiat Croma | |
Make | Mercury | Fiat |
Model | Tracer | Croma |
Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1839 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 154 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1104 kg | 1595 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2710 mm |