2008 Fiat Panda vs. 1990 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 2008 Fiat Panda 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 1,859 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Mercury Tracer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mercury Tracer (88 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mercury Tracer weights approximately 6 kg more than 2008 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Mercury Tracer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Panda | 1990 Mercury Tracer | |
Make | Fiat | Mercury |
Model | Panda | Tracer |
Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1859 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 88 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2510 mm |