1990 Mercury Tracer vs. 2004 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2004 Nissan Armada is newer by 14 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 5,555 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1990 Mercury Tracer. (127 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1174 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercury Tracer. (154 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mercury Tracer | 2004 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Mercury | Nissan |
| Model | Tracer | Armada |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1839 cc | 5555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 2274 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3140 mm |
