1990 Mercury Tracer vs. 2010 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2010 Nissan Maxima is newer by 20 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Maxima (291 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1990 Mercury Tracer. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 477 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, 2010 Nissan Maxima (354 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercury Tracer. (173 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercury Tracer. 2010 Nissan Maxima has automatic transmission and 1990 Mercury Tracer has manual transmission. 1990 Mercury Tracer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Nissan Maxima will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Mercury Tracer | 2010 Nissan Maxima | |
Make | Mercury | Nissan |
Model | Tracer | Maxima |
Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1986 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 291 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 173 Nm | 354 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1617 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4841 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1859 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1468 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2776 mm |