1990 Mercury Tracer vs. 1997 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1997 Ford Mustang is newer by 7 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 3,795 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Mustang (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1990 Mercury Tracer. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Mustang weights approximately 250 kg more than 1990 Mercury Tracer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Ford Mustang is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1997 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Mercury Tracer, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1997 Ford Mustang (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercury Tracer. (173 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercury Tracer. 1997 Ford Mustang has automatic transmission and 1990 Mercury Tracer has manual transmission. 1990 Mercury Tracer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Ford Mustang will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Mercury Tracer | 1997 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Mercury | Ford |
Model | Tracer | Mustang |
Year Released | 1990 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1986 cc | 3795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 173 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2580 mm |