1998 Mercury Tracer vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mercury Tracer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mercury Tracer would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mercury Tracer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mitsubishi Colt (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1998 Mercury Tracer. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1998 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercury Tracer weights approximately 120 kg more than 2008 Mitsubishi Colt.
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, 2008 Mitsubishi Colt (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mercury Tracer. (173 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mercury Tracer | 2008 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Mercury | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Tracer | Colt |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2510 mm |
