2006 Ford Fiesta vs. 1990 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 2006 Ford Fiesta is newer by 16 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 21 more horse power than 2006 Ford Fiesta. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 95 kg more than 1990 Mercury Tracer.
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, 2006 Ford Fiesta (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercury Tracer. (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Fiesta | 1990 Mercury Tracer | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | Fiesta | Tracer |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1859 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2510 mm |
