1990 Mercury Tracer vs. 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 2,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara (165 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1990 Mercury Tracer. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 270 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 Suzuki Grand Vitara (220 Nm) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercury Tracer. (173 Nm). This means 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mercury Tracer | 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Mercury | Suzuki |
| Model | Tracer | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 2489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2490 mm |
