1998 Mercury Tracer vs. 1986 Renault 4
To start off, 1998 Mercury Tracer is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Renault 4 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mercury Tracer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercury Tracer (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1986 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercury Tracer weights approximately 445 kg more than 1986 Renault 4. 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, 1998 Mercury Tracer (173 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault 4. (63 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Mercury Tracer | 1986 Renault 4 | |
Make | Mercury | Renault |
Model | Tracer | 4 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1986 cc | 956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 173 Nm | 63 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2410 mm |