1990 Mercury Tracer vs. 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix is newer by 15 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 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1990 Mercury Tracer. (88 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 570 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix (380 Nm) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercury Tracer. (146 Nm). This means 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mercury Tracer | 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Mercury | Pontiac |
| Model | Tracer | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1859 cc | 3786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2810 mm |
