1990 Mercury Tracer vs. 2001 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2001 Toyota Tundra 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 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Tundra (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1990 Mercury Tracer. (127 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercury Tracer.
Because 2001 Toyota Tundra 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 Tundra. 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, 2001 Toyota Tundra (427 Nm) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercury Tracer. (154 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mercury Tracer | 2001 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Mercury | Toyota |
| Model | Tracer | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1839 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3270 mm |
