1990 Mercury Tracer vs. 2012 Ford F-350

To start off, 2012 Ford F-350 is newer by 22 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-350 (385 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1990 Mercury Tracer. (127 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercury Tracer.

Because 2012 Ford F-350 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Ford F-350. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Mercury Tracer, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Ford F-350 (548 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 394 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercury Tracer. (154 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercury Tracer.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Mercury Tracer 2012 Ford F-350
Make Mercury Ford
Model Tracer F-350
Year Released 1990 2012
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1839 cc 6200 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 127 HP 385 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 154 Nm 548 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 4500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Flex Fuel
Drive Type Front Rear
Vehicle Length 4350 mm 6269 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 2029 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1961 mm
Wheelbase Size 2510 mm 3967 mm


 

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