2008 Honda HR-V vs. 1990 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 2008 Honda HR-V 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 1,839 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Mercury Tracer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mercury Tracer (127 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2008 Honda HR-V. (122 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda HR-V weights approximately 217 kg more than 1990 Mercury Tracer.
Because 2008 Honda HR-V 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 Honda HR-V 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 (154 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda HR-V. (144 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1990 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda HR-V | 1990 Mercury Tracer | |
| Make | Honda | Mercury |
| Model | HR-V | Tracer |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1317 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2510 mm |
