1999 Mercury Tracer vs. 1991 Opel Astra
To start off, 1999 Mercury Tracer is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Opel Astra would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mercury Tracer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercury Tracer (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1991 Opel Astra. (82 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 1991 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Tracer weights approximately 200 kg more than 1991 Opel Astra. 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, 1999 Mercury Tracer (174 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Opel Astra. (113 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mercury Tracer | 1991 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Mercury | Opel |
| Model | Tracer | Astra |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2610 mm |
