2003 Bugatti Veyron vs. 1990 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 2003 Bugatti Veyron is newer by 13 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 6,255 cc (16 cylinders), 2003 Bugatti Veyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Bugatti Veyron (547 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 438 more horse power than 1990 Mercury Tracer. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercury Tracer.
Because 2003 Bugatti Veyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Mercury Tracer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Bugatti Veyron will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Bugatti Veyron (650 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 477 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercury Tracer. (173 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2003 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Bugatti Veyron | 1990 Mercury Tracer | |
Make | Bugatti | Mercury |
Model | Veyron | Tracer |
Year Released | 2003 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 6255 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | W | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 547 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2510 mm |