1990 Mercury Tracer vs. 2010 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Korando 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 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 SsangYong Korando (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1990 Mercury Tracer. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 700 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 2010 SsangYong Korando 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, 2010 SsangYong Korando 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, 2010 SsangYong Korando (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercury Tracer. (173 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2010 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercury Tracer. 2010 SsangYong Korando 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 SsangYong Korando will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Mercury Tracer | 2010 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Mercury | SsangYong |
Model | Tracer | Korando |
Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1986 cc | 2294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 173 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2490 mm |