1990 Mercury Tracer vs. 2005 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2005 Opel Corsa is newer by 15 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 1 more horse power than 2005 Opel Corsa. (87 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mercury Tracer weights approximately 170 kg more than 2005 Opel Corsa. 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 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Corsa. (112 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1990 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mercury Tracer | 2005 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Mercury | Opel |
| Model | Tracer | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1859 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 880 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2440 mm |
