1995 Lancia Delta vs. 1990 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 1995 Lancia Delta is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mercury Tracer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mercury Tracer would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lancia Delta (184 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1990 Mercury Tracer. (127 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lancia Delta weights approximately 230 kg more than 1990 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, 1995 Lancia Delta (290 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercury Tracer. (154 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lancia Delta | 1990 Mercury Tracer | |
| Make | Lancia | Mercury |
| Model | Delta | Tracer |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |
