1999 Kia Rio vs. 1990 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 1999 Kia Rio 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, 1990 Mercury Tracer (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1999 Kia Rio. (98 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mercury Tracer weights approximately 195 kg more than 1999 Kia Rio. 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, 1990 Mercury Tracer (173 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Rio. (143 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Kia Rio | 1990 Mercury Tracer | |
Make | Kia | Mercury |
Model | Rio | Tracer |
Year Released | 1999 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2510 mm |