2000 Kia Joice vs. 1990 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 2000 Kia Joice is newer by 10 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 1,977 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Kia Joice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Kia Joice (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1990 Mercury Tracer. (127 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Kia Joice should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Kia Joice weights approximately 285 kg more than 1990 Mercury Tracer. 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, 2000 Kia Joice (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercury Tracer. (154 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Kia Joice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Kia Joice | 1990 Mercury Tracer | |
Make | Kia | Mercury |
Model | Joice | Tracer |
Year Released | 2000 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1977 cc | 1839 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2510 mm |