1990 Mercury Tracer vs. 2013 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2013 GMC Yukon is newer by 23 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Yukon (316 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1990 Mercury Tracer. (88 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1592 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 2013 GMC Yukon 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, 2013 GMC Yukon 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, 2013 GMC Yukon (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercury Tracer. (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mercury Tracer | 2013 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Mercury | GMC |
| Model | Tracer | Yukon |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1859 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 2642 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5649 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1962 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3302 mm |
