2004 Honda Life vs. 1990 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 2004 Honda Life is newer by 14 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 41 more horse power than 2004 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mercury Tracer weights approximately 260 kg more than 2004 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Honda Life 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, 2004 Honda Life 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, 1990 Mercury Tracer (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1990 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Life | 1990 Mercury Tracer | |
Make | Honda | Mercury |
Model | Life | Tracer |
Year Released | 2004 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 1859 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 88 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2510 mm |