2006 Lancia Ypsilon vs. 1990 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 2006 Lancia Ypsilon 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 1,839 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Mercury Tracer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mercury Tracer (127 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2006 Lancia Ypsilon. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 2006 Lancia Ypsilon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mercury Tracer weights approximately 115 kg more than 2006 Lancia Ypsilon. 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 (154 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lancia Ypsilon. (117 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lancia Ypsilon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lancia Ypsilon | 1990 Mercury Tracer | |
| Make | Lancia | Mercury |
| Model | Ypsilon | Tracer |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2510 mm |
