2007 Ford Ka vs. 1990 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 2007 Ford Ka is newer by 17 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 58 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ka. (69 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mercury Tracer weights approximately 138 kg more than 2007 Ford Ka. 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 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Ka. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Ka | 1990 Mercury Tracer | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | Ka | Tracer |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 962 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2510 mm |
