1988 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1992 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 1992 Mercury Tracer is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chevrolet Suburban (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1992 Mercury Tracer. (127 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1992 Mercury Tracer.
Because 1988 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Mercury Tracer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Suburban 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 Suburban (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mercury Tracer. (154 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chevrolet Suburban | 1992 Mercury Tracer | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
| Model | Suburban | Tracer |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2510 mm |
