2005 Hyundai Atos vs. 1990 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Atos is newer by 15 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 30 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Atos. (58 HP @ 5450 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mercury Tracer weights approximately 165 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Atos. 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 @ 3800 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Atos. (83 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 1990 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Atos | 1990 Mercury Tracer | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mercury |
| Model | Atos | Tracer |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1085 cc | 1859 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5450 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2850 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2510 mm |
