1998 Mercury Tracer vs. 2012 Renault Thalia
To start off, 2012 Renault Thalia is newer by 14 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, 1998 Mercury Tracer (109 HP) has 12 more horse power than 2012 Renault Thalia. (97 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Thalia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercury Tracer weights approximately 140 kg more than 2012 Renault Thalia. 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) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Thalia. (127 Nm). This means 1998 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Thalia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mercury Tracer | 2012 Renault Thalia | |
| Make | Mercury | Renault |
| Model | Tracer | Thalia |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 97 HP |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2473 mm |
