1990 Mercury Tracer vs. 2006 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2006 Nissan Armada is newer by 16 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, 2006 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1990 Mercury Tracer. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1367 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 2006 Nissan Armada 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, 2006 Nissan Armada 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, 2006 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercury Tracer. (173 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 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 | 2006 Nissan Armada | |
Make | Mercury | Nissan |
Model | Tracer | Armada |
Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1986 cc | 5555 cc |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 173 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 2507 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 2010 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3140 mm |