1999 Honda Civic vs. 1990 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 1999 Honda Civic is newer by 9 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 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Mercury Tracer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Civic (160 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1990 Mercury Tracer. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mercury Tracer weights approximately 300 kg more than 1999 Honda Civic.
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, 1990 Mercury Tracer (173 Nm) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Civic. (152 Nm). This means 1990 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Civic | 1990 Mercury Tracer | |
Make | Honda | Mercury |
Model | Civic | Tracer |
Year Released | 1999 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1000 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 173 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2510 mm |