1990 Mercury Tracer vs. 2011 Ford Edge
To start off, 2011 Ford Edge 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Ford Edge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Edge (305 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1990 Mercury Tracer. (87 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Edge weights approximately 851 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 Ford Edge (379 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercury Tracer. (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mercury Tracer | 2011 Ford Edge | |
| Make | Mercury | Ford |
| Model | Tracer | Edge |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1859 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 379 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1946 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4679 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1702 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2824 mm |
