2008 Honda S2000 vs. 1991 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 2008 Honda S2000 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mercury Tracer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mercury Tracer would be higher. At 2,155 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda S2000 (237 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1991 Mercury Tracer. (88 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1991 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda S2000 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1991 Mercury Tracer. 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, 2008 Honda S2000 (220 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mercury Tracer. (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda S2000 | 1991 Mercury Tracer | |
| Make | Honda | Mercury |
| Model | S2000 | Tracer |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2155 cc | 1859 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |
