1990 Mercury Tracer vs. 2001 Toyota Supra
To start off, 2001 Toyota Supra is newer by 11 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 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Supra (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1990 Mercury Tracer. (127 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mercury Tracer weights approximately 160 kg more than 2001 Toyota Supra.
Because 2001 Toyota Supra 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 2001 Toyota Supra. 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, 1990 Mercury Tracer (154 Nm) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Supra. (88 Nm). This means 1990 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Supra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mercury Tracer | 2001 Toyota Supra | |
| Make | Mercury | Toyota |
| Model | Tracer | Supra |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1839 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 940 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2660 mm |
