1991 Mercury Tracer vs. 2005 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2005 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 14 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 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota RAV4 (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1991 Mercury Tracer. (88 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1991 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 375 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 2005 Toyota RAV4 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, 2005 Toyota RAV4 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, 2005 Toyota RAV4 (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mercury Tracer. (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Mercury Tracer | 2005 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Mercury | Toyota |
Model | Tracer | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1991 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1859 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2410 mm |