1990 Mercury Tracer vs. 2013 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder (256 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1990 Mercury Tracer. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 836 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 Nissan Pathfinder 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 Nissan Pathfinder 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 Nissan Pathfinder (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercury Tracer. (173 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mercury Tracer | 2013 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Mercury | Nissan |
| Model | Tracer | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1976 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5009 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1961 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1783 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2900 mm |
