1991 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1990 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 1991 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 1 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mercury Tracer (88 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1991 Daihatsu Rocky. (87 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 1991 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 300 kg more than 1990 Mercury Tracer.
Because 1991 Daihatsu Rocky 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, 1991 Daihatsu Rocky 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, 1991 Daihatsu Rocky (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercury Tracer. (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1991 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Daihatsu Rocky | 1990 Mercury Tracer | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mercury |
| Model | Rocky | Tracer |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1859 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2510 mm |
