1990 Mercury Tracer vs. 2009 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Chairman H is newer by 19 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 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Chairman H is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Chairman H (275 HP) has 187 more horse power than 1990 Mercury Tracer. (88 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Chairman H should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 525 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 2009 SsangYong Chairman H is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 SsangYong Chairman H. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Mercury Tracer, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mercury Tracer | 2009 SsangYong Chairman H | |
| Make | Mercury | SsangYong |
| Model | Tracer | Chairman H |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1859 cc | 3598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 275 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2910 mm |
