2001 Cadillac Seville vs. 1990 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 2001 Cadillac Seville is newer by 11 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Cadillac Seville (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1990 Mercury Tracer. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 664 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, 2001 Cadillac Seville (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercury Tracer. (173 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2001 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercury Tracer. 2001 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1990 Mercury Tracer has manual transmission. 1990 Mercury Tracer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Cadillac Seville | 1990 Mercury Tracer | |
Make | Cadillac | Mercury |
Model | Seville | Tracer |
Year Released | 2001 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1804 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2510 mm |