2008 Mazda 2 vs. 1990 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 2008 Mazda 2 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 3 more horse power than 2008 Mazda 2. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mercury Tracer weights approximately 95 kg more than 2008 Mazda 2. 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 (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda 2. (122 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mazda 2 | 1990 Mercury Tracer | |
Make | Mazda | Mercury |
Model | 2 | Tracer |
Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1349 cc | 1859 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 88 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2510 mm |