1990 Mercury Tracer vs. 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee

To start off, 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee (286 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1990 Mercury Tracer. (88 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 1314 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 Jeep Grand Cherokee is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Mercury Tracer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 Jeep Grand Cherokee (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercury Tracer. (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercury Tracer.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Mercury Tracer 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee
Make Mercury Jeep
Model Tracer Grand Cherokee
Year Released 1990 2013
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1859 cc 3600 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 88 HP 286 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 146 Nm 353 Nm
Torque RPM 3800 RPM 4800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front AWD
Vehicle Weight 1050 kg 2364 kg
Vehicle Length 4350 mm 4821 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 2154 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1763 mm
Wheelbase Size 2510 mm 2916 mm


 

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