1988 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1994 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 1994 Mercury Tracer is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 5,010 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1994 Mercury Tracer. (87 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1994 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 789 kg more than 1994 Mercury Tracer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Mercury Tracer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer will offer significantly more control. 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, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mercury Tracer. (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Chevrolet Blazer | 1994 Mercury Tracer | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
Model | Blazer | Tracer |
Year Released | 1988 | 1994 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5010 cc | 1857 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1884 kg | 1095 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |