1990 Mercury Tracer vs. 2011 Dodge Journey
To start off, 2011 Dodge Journey is newer by 21 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Journey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Journey (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1990 Mercury Tracer. (127 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Journey should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Journey weights approximately 620 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, 2011 Dodge Journey (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercury Tracer. (154 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Journey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mercury Tracer | 2011 Dodge Journey | |
| Make | Mercury | Dodge |
| Model | Tracer | Journey |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1839 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4887 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1834 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2891 mm |
