2008 Citroen C3 vs. 1990 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 2008 Citroen C3 is newer by 18 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 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Mercury Tracer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mercury Tracer (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C3. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C3 weights approximately 7 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, 2008 Citroen C3 (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercury Tracer. (173 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercury Tracer. 2008 Citroen C3 has automatic transmission and 1990 Mercury Tracer has manual transmission. 1990 Mercury Tracer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Citroen C3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Citroen C3 | 1990 Mercury Tracer | |
Make | Citroen | Mercury |
Model | C3 | Tracer |
Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1147 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2510 mm |