1990 Mercury Tracer vs. 2004 Pontiac Montana
To start off, 2004 Pontiac Montana 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 3,392 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Pontiac Montana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Pontiac Montana (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1990 Mercury Tracer. (88 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac Montana should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 960 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 2004 Pontiac Montana 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, 2004 Pontiac Montana 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, 2004 Pontiac Montana (298 Nm) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercury Tracer. (146 Nm). This means 2004 Pontiac Montana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Mercury Tracer | 2004 Pontiac Montana | |
Make | Mercury | Pontiac |
Model | Tracer | Montana |
Year Released | 1990 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1859 cc | 3392 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 298 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 2010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3050 mm |