2003 Daihatsu Copen vs. 1990 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 2003 Daihatsu Copen 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 1,859 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Mercury Tracer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mercury Tracer (88 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Copen. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mercury Tracer weights approximately 190 kg more than 2003 Daihatsu Copen. 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 (146 Nm) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Copen. (120 Nm). This means 1990 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Daihatsu Copen | 1990 Mercury Tracer | |
Make | Daihatsu | Mercury |
Model | Copen | Tracer |
Year Released | 2003 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1859 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 88 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 146 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2510 mm |