1990 Mercury Tracer vs. 2002 Isuzu D-MAX
To start off, 2002 Isuzu D-MAX is newer by 12 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 2,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Isuzu D-MAX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Isuzu D-MAX (129 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1990 Mercury Tracer. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Isuzu D-MAX should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Isuzu D-MAX weights approximately 705 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 2002 Isuzu D-MAX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Mercury Tracer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Isuzu D-MAX 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, 2002 Isuzu D-MAX (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercury Tracer. (173 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2002 Isuzu D-MAX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mercury Tracer | 2002 Isuzu D-MAX | |
| Make | Mercury | Isuzu |
| Model | Tracer | D-MAX |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3060 mm |
