2009 Lada Kalina vs. 1991 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 2009 Lada Kalina is newer by 18 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 1,859 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Mercury Tracer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercury Tracer (88 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2009 Lada Kalina. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Kalina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercury Tracer weights approximately 15 kg more than 2009 Lada Kalina. 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, 1991 Mercury Tracer (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada Kalina. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1991 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada Kalina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lada Kalina | 1991 Mercury Tracer | |
| Make | Lada | Mercury |
| Model | Kalina | Tracer |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1859 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2510 mm |
