1990 Mercury Tracer vs. 2009 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2009 Volvo XC70 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 3,192 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volvo XC70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo XC70 (232 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1990 Mercury Tracer. (88 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercury Tracer.
Because 2009 Volvo XC70 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, 2009 Volvo XC70 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, 2009 Volvo XC70 (236 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercury Tracer. (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Mercury Tracer | 2009 Volvo XC70 | |
Make | Mercury | Volvo |
Model | Tracer | XC70 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1859 cc | 3192 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2870 mm |