2009 Citroen C3 vs. 1990 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 2009 Citroen C3 is newer by 19 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 18 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C3. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mercury Tracer weights approximately 28 kg more than 2009 Citroen C3. 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, 2009 Citroen C3 (147 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercury Tracer. (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C3 | 1990 Mercury Tracer | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercury |
| Model | C3 | Tracer |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1859 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1022 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2510 mm |
