1990 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1995 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 1995 Mercury Tracer is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Jeep Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Jeep Cherokee would be higher. At 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mercury Tracer (127 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1990 Jeep Cherokee. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 1990 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 350 kg more than 1995 Mercury Tracer.
Because 1990 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Mercury Tracer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Jeep Cherokee 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, 1990 Jeep Cherokee (180 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mercury Tracer. (154 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Jeep Cherokee | 1995 Mercury Tracer | |
Make | Jeep | Mercury |
Model | Cherokee | Tracer |
Year Released | 1990 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2068 cc | 1839 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2510 mm |