1991 Mercury Tracer vs. 1996 Honda CR-V
To start off, 1996 Honda CR-V is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mercury Tracer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mercury Tracer would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda CR-V (128 HP) has 1 more horse power than 1991 Mercury Tracer. (127 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1991 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda CR-V weights approximately 400 kg more than 1991 Mercury Tracer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Mercury Tracer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda CR-V 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, 1996 Honda CR-V (180 Nm) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mercury Tracer. (154 Nm). This means 1996 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Mercury Tracer | 1996 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Mercury | Honda |
| Model | Tracer | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1839 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 128 HP |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2620 mm |
