1990 Mercury Tracer vs. 2003 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2003 Honda CR-V is newer by 13 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 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda CR-V (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1990 Mercury Tracer. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda CR-V weights approximately 338 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 2003 Honda CR-V 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, 2003 Honda CR-V 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, 2003 Honda CR-V (218 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercury Tracer. (173 Nm). This means 2003 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Mercury Tracer | 2003 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Mercury | Honda |
Model | Tracer | CR-V |
Year Released | 1990 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1986 cc | 2359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 173 Nm | 218 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1478 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2630 mm |