1988 Mercury Cougar vs 1989 Mercury Tracer
| EPA figure | 1988 Mercury Cougar | 1989 Mercury Tracer |
|---|---|---|
| Model year | 1988 | 1989 |
| Body · drive | Compact · Rear-Wheel Drive · Gas | Compact · Front-Wheel Drive · Gas |
| Combined MPG | 18 | 27 |
| City / highway MPG | 16 / 23 | 24 / 32 |
| Fuel a year | $3,700 | $2,500 |
| Tailpipe CO₂ (g/mi) | 494 | 329 |
| Engine | 5.0 L 8-cyl | 1.6 L 4-cyl |
| Transmission | Automatic 4-spd | Manual 5-spd |
▲ marks the better official figure on that line: more range, MPG or MPGe; less fuel cost or CO₂. From fueleconomy.gov.