1991 Mercury Tracer vs. 2009 Chevrolet Uplander
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Uplander is newer by 18 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 3,880 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Uplander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Uplander (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1991 Mercury Tracer. (88 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Uplander should accelerate faster than 1991 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Uplander weights approximately 1105 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Chevrolet Uplander (326 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mercury Tracer. (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Uplander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Mercury Tracer | 2009 Chevrolet Uplander | |
| Make | Mercury | Chevrolet |
| Model | Tracer | Uplander |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1859 cc | 3880 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 5200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3080 mm |
